How severe is CVE-2024-58278?

CVE-2024-58278 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2024-58278 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (6th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-58278?

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-2024-58278 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-58278 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-201268.

When was CVE-2024-58278 published?

CVE-2024-58278 was published on 2025-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-58278

Q: What is CVE-2024-58278?

perl2exe <= V30.10C contains an arbitrary code execution vulnerability that allows local authenticated attackers to execute malicious scripts. Attackers can control the 0th argument of packed executables to execute another executable, allowing them to bypass restrictions and gain unauthorized access.

CVE-2024-58278 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5. 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-78.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (6th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2025-201268
Weakness: CWE-78
Published: 2025-12-04
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

perl2exe <= V30.10C contains an arbitrary code execution vulnerability that allows local authenticated attackers to execute malicious scripts. Attackers can control the 0th argument of packed executables to execute another executable, allowing them to bypass restrictions and gain unauthorized access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-58278?: perl2exe <= V30.10C contains an arbitrary code execution vulnerability that allows local authenticated attackers to execute malicious scripts. Attackers can control the 0th argument of packed executables to execute another executable, allowing them to bypass restrictions and gain unauthorized access.
How severe is CVE-2024-58278?: CVE-2024-58278 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2024-58278 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (6th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-58278?: 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-2024-58278 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-58278 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-201268.
When was CVE-2024-58278 published?: CVE-2024-58278 was published on 2025-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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