CVE-2024-29974
Zyxel Nas326 Firmware remote code execution
- Published4 Jun 2024
Description
** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** The remote code execution vulnerability in the CGI program “file_upload-cgi” in Zyxel NAS326 firmware versions before V5.21(AAZF.17)C0 and NAS542 firmware versions before V5.21(ABAG.14)C0 could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code by uploading a crafted configuration file to a vulnerable device.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2024-29974 being actively exploited?
CVE-2024-29974 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 22.8%.
How severe is CVE-2024-29974?
CVE-2024-29974 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 22.8% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-29974?
Affected products include Zyxel Nas326 Firmware, Zyxel Nas542 Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2024-29974?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Zyxel Nas326 Firmware 5.21\(aazf.17\)c0, Zyxel Nas542 Firmware 5.21\(abag.14\)c0 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
How Secuno handles this
Secuno correlates vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-29974 against the real software inventory on every managed device, as each hourly inventory arrives. Rather than a static severity, each match is scored in context: exploit availability, EPSS, the asset's exposure, and business criticality decide where it lands in the queue. If an affected version is present anywhere across your portfolio, it surfaces automatically with a prioritised remediation path.
Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.