How severe is CVE-2024-5196?

CVE-2024-5196 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.

Is CVE-2024-5196 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-5196?

CVE-2024-5196 affects Arris Vap2500 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-5196?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-5196 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-5196 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-46439.

When was CVE-2024-5196 published?

CVE-2024-5196 was published on 2024-05-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-5196

CVE-2024-5196 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Arris Vap2500 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.7. 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-77.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.7)
CVSS v2: 5.8
CVSS v4: 5.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (90th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-46439
Weakness: CWE-77
Affected product: Arris Vap2500 Firmware
Published: 2024-05-22
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Arris VAP2500 08.50. This affects an unknown part of the file /tools_command.php. The manipulation of the argument cmb_header/txt_command leads to command injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-265833 was assigned to this vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-5196?: A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Arris VAP2500 08.50. This affects an unknown part of the file /tools_command.php. The manipulation of the argument cmb_header/txt_command leads to command injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-265833 was assigned to this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2024-5196?: CVE-2024-5196 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2024-5196 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-5196?: CVE-2024-5196 affects Arris Vap2500 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5196?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-5196 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-5196 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-46439.
When was CVE-2024-5196 published?: CVE-2024-5196 was published on 2024-05-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:arris:vap2500_firmware:08.50:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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