CVE-2024-20767
HighExploitedPublic exploitColdFusion versions 2023.6, 2021.12 and earlier are affected by an Improper Access Control vulnerability that could result in arbitrary file system read.
Published Mar 18, 2024 · Updated Oct 23, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2024-20767 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.4 v3.1) affecting ColdFusion (Adobe).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Apr 11, 2024. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.4
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
99%
Higher than 99.9% 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
ColdFusion versions 2023.6, 2021.12 and earlier are affected by an Improper Access Control vulnerability that could result in arbitrary file system read. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to access or modify restricted files. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction. Exploitation of this issue requires the admin panel be exposed to the internet.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Dec 16, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Apr 11, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Apr 11, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Dec 16, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
21 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| ColdFusionAdobe | 2021, 2021-update1, 2021-update10, 2021-update11, 2021-update12, 2021-update2, 2021-update3, 2021-update4 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 18, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
Apr 11, 2024
Added to CIRCL KEV
Apr 11, 2024
Added to CISA KEV
Dec 16, 2024
Added to ENISA EUVD
Dec 16, 2024
Last updated
Oct 23, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-284 Improper Access Control
References
- advisoryhttps://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb24-14.html
- advisoryhttps://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2024-20767
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
ColdFusion versions 2023.6, 2021.12 and earlier are affected by an Improper Access Control vulnerability that could result in arbitrary file system read.
Affected: ColdFusion (Adobe) versions 2021, 2021-update1, 2021-update10, 2021-update11, 2021-update12, 2021-update2, 2021-update3, 2021-update4. 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 Apr 11, 2024.
Yes. It was added on Dec 16, 2024 with a federal remediation due date of Jan 6, 2025.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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