Unauthenticated Attackers Can Perform Actions Using SSH Private Keys
CVE-2024-3544

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Progress Software
Status
Loadmaster
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 May 2024

Summary

The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit SSH private keys when they have access to the same network as a machine within a High Availability (HA) or Cluster group. By simply knowing an IP address, attackers can perform unauthorized actions that could compromise the integrity and availability of the system. Kemp Technologies has addressed this issue by implementing enhanced security measures for LoadMaster partner communications. The update mandates a shared secret exchange between partners, ensuring secure communication and mitigating the risk of unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

LoadMaster LoadMaster 7.2.55.0 (GA)

LoadMaster LoadMaster 7.2.55.0 (GA) < 7.2.59.4

LoadMaster LoadMaster 7.2.49.0 (LTSF) < 7.2.54.10

References

https://kemptechnologies.com/
product
https://support.kemptechnologies.com/hc/en-us/articles/25...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Collectors

NVD DatabaseMitre Database

Credit

Agenzia per la Cybersicurezza Nazionale (ACN)
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