CVE-2024-21887:A command injection vulnerability in web components of Ivanti Connect Secure and Ivanti Policy Secure allows an authenticated administrator to execute arbitrary commands on the appliance.

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CVE-2024-21887 is a critical command injection vulnerability affecting Ivanti Connect Secure (versions 9.x, 22.x) and Ivanti Policy Secure (versions 9.x, 22.x). This vulnerability allows an authenticated administrator to send specially crafted requests that can lead to the execution of arbitrary commands on the appliance. The potential impact of this vulnerability is severe, as it could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or disrupt the normal operation of the affected systems.

Overview

  • CVE ID: CVE-2024-21887
  • Vendor: Ivanti
  • Affected Products:
    • Ivanti Connect Secure (ICS) versions 9.1R18 and 22.6R2
    • Ivanti Policy Secure (IPS) versions 9.1R18 and 22.6R1
  • Severity: Critical (CVSS 3.0 base score: 9.1)
  • CWE ID: CWE-77 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection'))
  • Attack Vector: Network (AV:N)
  • Privileges Required: High (PR:H)

Remediation

To mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2024-21887, it is recommended that affected users:

  1. Update Software: Upgrade to the latest versions of Ivanti Connect Secure and Ivanti Policy Secure that are not affected by this vulnerability.
  2. Monitor Systems: Regularly monitor logs and system behavior for any unusual activity that may indicate exploitation attempts.
  3. Restrict Access: Limit administrative access to the affected systems to trusted personnel only.
  4. Implement Security Best Practices: Follow security best practices for network security and system hardening to reduce the attack surface.

References

  1. Ivanti Security Advisory
  2. Packet Storm Security - Ivanti Connect Secure Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution
  3. CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Public Administration: Medium
    Public Administration
  2. Manufacturing: Medium
    Manufacturing
  3. Health Care & Social Assistance: Low
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  4. Educational Services: Low
    Educational Services
  5. Transportation & Warehousing: Low
    Transportation & Warehousing
  6. Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  7. Retail Trade: Low
    Retail Trade
  8. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  9. Finance and Insurance: Low
    Finance and Insurance
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises: Low
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Construction: Low
    Construction
  12. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  13. Accommodation & Food Services: Low
    Accommodation & Food Services
  14. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  15. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  16. Information: Low
    Information
  17. Mining: Low
    Mining
  18. Real Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  19. Utilities: Low
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade: Low
    Wholesale Trade

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