#VU89894 Path traversal in Gaia - CVE-2024-24919

Vulnerability identifier: #VU89894

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-24919

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Gaia
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Check Point Software Technologies

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a insufficient validation of file path in Security Gateways with IPSec VPN, Remote Access VPN and the Mobile Access software blade. A remote non-authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and view arbitrary files on the system.

Note, the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Gaia: R77 - R77.30, R80 - R80.40, R81 Take 10 - R81.20

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External links
https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk182336
https://blog.checkpoint.com/security/enhance-your-vpn-security-posture

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.