How severe is CVE-2024-7578?

CVE-2024-7578 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.

Is CVE-2024-7578 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-7578?

CVE-2024-7578 affects Alientechnology Alr-f800 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-7578?

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-2024-7578 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-7578 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-48475.

When was CVE-2024-7578 published?

CVE-2024-7578 was published on 2024-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-7578

CVE-2024-7578 is a high-severity vulnerability in Alientechnology Alr-f800 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. 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-285.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
CVSS v2: 7.5
CVSS v4: 6.9
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (53rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-48475
Weakness: CWE-285
Affected product: Alientechnology Alr-f800 Firmware
Published: 2024-08-07
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was found in Alien Technology ALR-F800 up to 19.10.24.00. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the file /var/www/cmd.php. The manipulation of the argument cmd leads to improper authorization. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-7578?: A vulnerability was found in Alien Technology ALR-F800 up to 19.10.24.00. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the file /var/www/cmd.php. The manipulation of the argument cmd leads to improper authorization. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
How severe is CVE-2024-7578?: CVE-2024-7578 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2024-7578 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-7578?: CVE-2024-7578 affects Alientechnology Alr-f800 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7578?: 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-2024-7578 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-7578 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-48475.
When was CVE-2024-7578 published?: CVE-2024-7578 was published on 2024-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:alientechnology:alr-f800_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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