Firewall Fiasco: Zyxel Vulnerability Leaves Networks Exposed!
Zyxel firewall vulnerability CVE-2024-11667 is causing headaches, with hackers exploiting it to download or upload files using crafty URLs. While Zyxel’s new firmware version promises to be a digital superhero, users are urged to update immediately. Remember, a firewall’s best friend is a strong password and a timely patch!
Hot Take:
Ah, Thanksgiving – a time for turkey, gratitude, and… firewall vulnerabilities? Looks like hackers decided to swap the traditional feast for a digital buffet, serving up a platter of exploits and stuffing their cyber stockings early. Zyxel’s firewall appliances are the hot dish of the season, but not in the way anyone hoped. It’s a reminder that even as we give thanks, cyber threats don’t take holidays!
Key Points:
- Path traversal vulnerability CVE-2024-11667 in Zyxel firewalls has been exploited in the wild.
- Vulnerability affects several Zyxel devices including ATP, USG FLEX, and USG20(W)-VPN series.
- Successful attacks could allow unauthorized access and backdoor VPN connections.
- Zyxel released firmware version 5.39 to fix the vulnerability and enhance security.
- CISA urges immediate patch application, especially for federal agencies, by December 24.
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