CVE-2024-5276
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitA SQL Injection vulnerability in Fortra FileCatalyst Workflow allows an attacker to modify application data.
Published Jun 25, 2024 · Updated Apr 4, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2024-5276 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.1 v3.1) affecting FileCatalyst Workflow (Fortra).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 17, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including FileCatalyst Workflow 5.1.6.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
90%
Higher than 99.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A SQL Injection vulnerability in Fortra FileCatalyst Workflow allows an attacker to modify application data. Likely impacts include creation of administrative users and deletion or modification of data in the application database. Data exfiltration via SQL injection is not possible using this vulnerability. Successful unauthenticated exploitation requires a Workflow system with anonymous access enabled, otherwise an authenticated user is required. This issue affects all versions of FileCatalyst Workflow from 5.1.6 Build 135 and earlier.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Oct 17, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Sep 10, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
8 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| FileCatalyst WorkflowFortra | 5.1.6, 5.1.6-build112, 5.1.6-build114, 5.1.6-build126, 5.1.6-build130, 5.1.6-build135, >= 5.1.6; 0 | 5.1.6 |
Patched Releases
FileCatalyst Workflow
5.1.6
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 25, 2024
Last updated
Apr 4, 2025
Added to Industry KEV feed
Oct 17, 2025
Added to CIRCL KEV
Sep 10, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-20 Improper Input Validation
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://support.fortra.com/filecatalyst/kb-articles/advisory-6-24-2024-filecatalyst-workflow-sql-injection-vulnerability-YmYwYWY4OTYtNTUzMi1lZjExLTg0MGEtNjA0NWJkMDg3MDA0
- advisoryhttps://www.fortra.com/security/advisory/fi-2024-008
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploithttps://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2024-25
FAQ
Common Questions.
A SQL Injection vulnerability in Fortra FileCatalyst Workflow allows an attacker to modify application data.
Affected: FileCatalyst Workflow (Fortra) versions 5.1.6, 5.1.6-build112, 5.1.6-build114, 5.1.6-build126, 5.1.6-build130, 5.1.6-build135, >= 5.1.6; 0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 17, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including FileCatalyst Workflow 5.1.6.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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