CVE-2024-1212
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitUnauthenticated remote attackers can access the system through the LoadMaster management interface, enabling arbitrary system command execution.
Published Feb 21, 2024 · Updated Jul 13, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2024-1212 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting LoadMaster (Progress).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Mar 29, 2024. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including LoadMaster 7.2.48.10, LoadMaster 7.2.54.8, LoadMaster 7.2.59.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
95%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Unauthenticated remote attackers can access the system through the LoadMaster management interface, enabling arbitrary system command execution.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Nov 18, 2024 | Dec 9, 2024 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Mar 29, 2024 | Dec 9, 2024 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Mar 29, 2024 | Dec 9, 2024 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Nov 18, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| LoadMasterProgress | >= 7.2.48.1 | 7.2.48.10 |
Patched Releases
LoadMaster
7.2.48.10, 7.2.54.8, 7.2.59.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Feb 21, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
Mar 29, 2024
Added to CIRCL KEV
Mar 29, 2024
Added to CISA KEV
Nov 18, 2024
Added to ENISA EUVD
Nov 18, 2024
Last updated
Jul 13, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Unauthenticated remote attackers can access the system through the LoadMaster management interface, enabling arbitrary system command execution.
Affected: LoadMaster (Progress) versions >= 7.2.48.1. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Mar 29, 2024.
Yes. It was added on Nov 18, 2024 with a federal remediation due date of Dec 9, 2024.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including LoadMaster 7.2.48.10, LoadMaster 7.2.54.8, LoadMaster 7.2.59.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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