CVE-2024-50603
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitDue to the improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command, an unauthenticated attacker is able to execute arbitrary code.
Published Jan 7, 2025 · Updated Nov 5, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2024-50603 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Controller (Aviatrix).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jan 7, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Controller 7.1.4191, Controller 7.2.4996.
- 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)
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
An issue was discovered in Aviatrix Controller before 7.1.4191 and 7.2.x before 7.2.4996. Due to the improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command, an unauthenticated attacker is able to execute arbitrary code. Shell metacharacters can be sent to /v1/api in cloud_type for list_flightpath_destination_instances, or src_cloud_type for flightpath_connection_test.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Jan 16, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jan 7, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Jan 16, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Jan 16, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| ControllerAviatrix | >= 7.2.0 | 7.1.4191 |
Patched Releases
Controller
7.1.4191, 7.2.4996
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jan 7, 2025
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jan 7, 2025
Added to CISA KEV
Jan 16, 2025
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jan 16, 2025
Added to ENISA EUVD
Jan 16, 2025
Last updated
Nov 5, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
References
- advisoryVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
An issue was discovered in Aviatrix Controller before 7.1.4191 and 7.2.x before 7.2.4996.
Affected: Controller (Aviatrix) versions >= 7.2.0. 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 Jan 7, 2025.
Yes. It was added on Jan 16, 2025 with a federal remediation due date of Feb 6, 2025.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Controller 7.1.4191, Controller 7.2.4996.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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