CVE-2024-5514 MinMax CMS - Hidden Functionality

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can use a hidden administrator account with a fixed password to bypass access controls and log in without detection.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-5514?

CVE-2024-5514 is a critical vulnerability in MinMax CMS, published on 30 May 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

MinMax CMS from MinMax Digital Technology contains a hidden administrator account with a fixed password that cannot be removed or disabled from the management interface. Remote attackers who obtain this account can bypass IP access control restrictions and log in to the backend system without being recorded in the system logs.

Weakness: CWE-912, CWE-798

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-5514?

How do I fix CVE-2024-5514?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-5514 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2024-5514 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2024-5514 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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