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CVE-2024-40711 is a critical vulnerability affecting Veeam Backup and Recovery version 12.1.2 and earlier. The vulnerability arises from the deserialization of untrusted data, which can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely without authentication. This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a critical severity level. The potential impact includes complete system compromise, making it imperative for users to address this vulnerability promptly.
Overview
- CVE ID: CVE-2024-40711
- Vendor: Veeam
- Product: Backup and Recovery
- Affected Versions: Version 12.1.2 and earlier
- Vulnerability Type: Deserialization of Untrusted Data (CWE-502)
- CVSS Score: 9.8 (Critical)
- Attack Vector: Network (AV:N)
- Authentication Required: None (PR:N)
- Impact on Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability: High (C:H, I:H, A:H)
Remediation
Users of Veeam Backup and Recovery are advised to upgrade to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. It is crucial to monitor for updates from Veeam and apply patches as they become available. Additionally, organizations should review their security policies and practices regarding the handling of untrusted data to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
References
- Veeam Knowledge Base Article: Veeam KB4649
- Watchtowr Labs Analysis: Veeam Backup Response RCE
- CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog: CISA KEV
Early Warning
Customers using Armis Early Warning were notified about this vulnerability before it appeared in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog, enabling them to assess their exposure and act proactively. Armis offers these examples of CVEs already included in CISA KEV for potential customers. Click here to learn how to receive alerts earlier.
- Armis Alert Date
- Sep 7, 2024
- CISA KEV Date
- Oct 17, 2024
40days early
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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.
- ManufacturingManufacturing: Medium
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration: Low
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance: Low
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
- Educational ServicesEducational Services: Low
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing: Low
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises: Low
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance: Low
- Retail TradeRetail Trade: Low
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services: Low
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
- ConstructionConstruction: Low
- InformationInformation: Low
- MiningMining: Low
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
- UtilitiesUtilities: Low
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade: Low
