How severe is CVE-2024-9166?

CVE-2024-9166 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.

Is CVE-2024-9166 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-9166?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2024-9166 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-9166 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-49767.

When was CVE-2024-9166 published?

CVE-2024-9166 was published on 2024-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-9166

CVE-2024-9166 is a critical-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 9.3. 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-78.

Key facts

Severity: Critical (CVSS 4.0 base score 9.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (73rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-49767
Weakness: CWE-78
Published: 2024-09-26
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The device enables an unauthorized attacker to execute system commands with elevated privileges. This exploit is facilitated through the use of the 'getcommand' query within the application, allowing the attacker to gain root access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-9166?: The device enables an unauthorized attacker to execute system commands with elevated privileges. This exploit is facilitated through the use of the 'getcommand' query within the application, allowing the attacker to gain root access.
How severe is CVE-2024-9166?: CVE-2024-9166 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2024-9166 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9166?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-9166 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-9166 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-49767.
When was CVE-2024-9166 published?: CVE-2024-9166 was published on 2024-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-270-03

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