CVE-2024-40711VeeamServers and softwareOctober 17, 2024

Veeam Backup and Replication Deserialization Vulnerability

Critical 9.8Actively exploitedUsed by ransomware

Description

Veeam Backup and Replication contains a deserialization vulnerability allowing an unauthenticated user to perform remote code execution.

What to do

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

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Details

Vendor
Veeam
Product
Veeam Backup & Replication
CVE
CVE-2024-40711
Affected versions
Backup and Recovery 12.1: from 12.1.2 to 12.1.2 (from the advisory and NVD; check the exact builds in the official advisory)
CVSS score
9.8
Actively exploited
Yes, listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
CISA due date
November 7, 2024 (deadline for US federal agencies: a good benchmark for you too)
Source
CISA KEV – original advisory
Published
October 17, 2024

The description and the recommended action are quoted from the public advisory; severity, exploitation status and affected versions are compiled automatically from public sources and may contain errors. The vendor's original advisory prevails: check it before taking action. This information is provided without warranty and does not replace a professional assessment.