CVE-2024-5299

CVE-2024-5299 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dlink D-view 8 with a CVSS 3.x 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-749.

Key facts

Description

D-Link D-View execMonitorScript Exposed Dangerous Method Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link D-View. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the execMonitorScript method. The issue results from an exposed dangerous method. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-21828.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-5299?
D-Link D-View execMonitorScript Exposed Dangerous Method Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link D-View. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the execMonitorScript method. The issue results from an exposed dangerous method. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-21828.
How severe is CVE-2024-5299?
CVE-2024-5299 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-5299 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-5299?
CVE-2024-5299 affects Dlink D-view 8. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5299?
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-2024-5299 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-5299 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-46535.
When was CVE-2024-5299 published?
CVE-2024-5299 was published on 2024-05-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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