nvd.nist.gov
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-42452 CVE-2024-42452
HIGH
Record summary
CVE-2024-42452 has a selected CVSS score of 8.8 (high).
Description
A vulnerability in Veeam Backup & Replication allows a low-privileged user to start an agent remotely in server mode and obtain credentials, effectively escalating privileges to system-level access. This allows the attacker to upload files to the server with elevated privileges. The vulnerability exists because remote calls bypass permission checks, leading to full system compromise.
Description source: CVE List
Exploitation context
CISA SSVC decision
ExploitationNone
AutomatableNo
Technical impactTotal
CISA Coordinator · SSVC 2.0.3 · Evaluated Dec 4, 2024 · Source: CVE List
Affected products and versions
2| Product | Source | Version range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Backup & ReplicationBrowse Veeam / Backup & ReplicationDefault status: unaffected | CVE List | 12.2 to ≤ 12.2 | affected |
agentBrowse veeam / agentDefault status: unknown | CVE List | 12.0 to ≤ 12.2.0.334 | affected |
References
2veeam.com
https://www.veeam.com/kb4693