CVE-2024-9158

Summary

CVE-2024-9158 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability affecting Nessus Network Monitor products including zF8ard, zF698m, zF8arc, zF6KNF, and zF698l. This vulnerability allows an authenticated, privileged local attacker to inject arbitrary code into the NNM user interface via the local command-line interface. The attack has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 8.4, indicating significant risks to confidentiality, integrity, and availability. To remediate this issue, organizations should apply patches and updates provided by Tenable as detailed in their security advisory. Failure to address this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized actions within the network monitor and compromise sensitive data.

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