CVE-2024-48822

Summary

CVE-2024-48822 is a newly discovered privilege escalation vulnerability. It affects Automatic Systems Maintenance SlimLane, specifically the FtpConfig.php page. A remote attacker can exploit this flaw to escalate their privileges, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or system functions. The vulnerability is located within the FtpConfig.php page, which ordinarily should only be accessible to authorized users with limited privileges. However, the exploit enables an attacker to bypass these restrictions, enabling them to escalate their privileges and potentially cause significant damage. The exact cause of the vulnerability is not yet publicly disclosed, but users are advised to apply the recommended patches or upgrades from the vendor as soon as possible to mitigate the risk.

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