How severe is CVE-2024-49398?

CVE-2024-49398 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2024-49398 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-49398?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2024-49398 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-49398 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-43425.

When was CVE-2024-49398 published?

CVE-2024-49398 was published on 2024-10-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-49398

CVE-2024-49398 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-434.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (39th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-43425
Weakness: CWE-434
Published: 2024-10-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The affected product is vulnerable to unrestricted file uploads, which may allow an attacker to remotely execute code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-49398?: The affected product is vulnerable to unrestricted file uploads, which may allow an attacker to remotely execute code.
How severe is CVE-2024-49398?: CVE-2024-49398 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2024-49398 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-49398?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-49398 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-49398 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-43425.
When was CVE-2024-49398 published?: CVE-2024-49398 was published on 2024-10-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-291-01

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