CVE-2024-55956

CRITICAL CISA KEV

CVSS v3

9.8

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

In Cleo Harmony before 5.8.0.24, VLTrader before 5.8.0.24, and LexiCom before 5.8.0.24, an unauthenticated user can import and execute arbitrary Bash or PowerShell commands on the host system by leveraging the default settings of the Autorun directory.

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
12/17/2024
Patch Due Date
1/7/2025
Ransomware Use
Known
Required Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Technical Details

CVSS v3 Vector
3.1
Published
12/13/2024
Last Modified
11/4/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-55956?

In Cleo Harmony before 5.8.0.24, VLTrader before 5.8.0.24, and LexiCom before 5.8.0.24, an unauthenticated user can import and execute arbitrary Bash or PowerShell commands on the host system by leveraging the default settings of the Autorun directory.

Is CVE-2024-55956 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-55956 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 1/7/2025.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-55956?

CVE-2024-55956 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity), with vector string 3.1.

Is CVE-2024-55956 affecting your environment?

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