How severe is CVE-2024-6078?

CVE-2024-6078 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.6, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2024-6078 being actively exploited?

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

How do I fix CVE-2024-6078?

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-2024-6078 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-6078 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-47236.

When was CVE-2024-6078 published?

CVE-2024-6078 was published on 2024-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-6078

CVE-2024-6078 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.6. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-47236
Weakness: CWE-287
Published: 2024-08-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

CVE-2024-6078 IMPACT An improper authentication vulnerability exists in the affected product, which could allow a malicious user to generate cookies for any user ID without the use of a username or password. If exploited, a malicious user could take over the account of a legitimate user. The malicious user would be able to view and modify data stored in the cloud.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-6078?: CVE-2024-6078 IMPACT An improper authentication vulnerability exists in the affected product, which could allow a malicious user to generate cookies for any user ID without the use of a username or password. If exploited, a malicious user could take over the account of a legitimate user. The malicious user would be able to view and modify data stored in the cloud.
How severe is CVE-2024-6078?: CVE-2024-6078 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2024-6078 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6078?: 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-2024-6078 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-6078 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-47236.
When was CVE-2024-6078 published?: CVE-2024-6078 was published on 2024-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/trust-center/security-advisories/advisory.SD%201687.html

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