CVE-2024-49413

Summary

CVE-2024-49413 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting SmartSwitch software. This issue arises from the lack of sufficient cryptographic signature verification in the software prior to the SMR Dec-2024 Release 1. A local attacker can exploit this vulnerability by installing malicious applications, potentially leading to unauthorized access or system compromise. The exact implications of this vulnerability on SmartSwitch users are not yet fully understood, but it is recommended that organizations using this software apply the latest available patch as soon as possible to mitigate the risk.

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