CVE-2024-29837
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to access administrator functionality in Evolution Controller's web interface when any user is already signed in. It affects Evolution Controller versions 2.04.560.31.03.2024 and below. Attackers can exploit poor session management to gain unauthorized administrative access.
💻 Affected Systems
- Evolution Controller
📦 What is this software?
Evolution by Cs Technologies
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete system compromise where attackers gain administrative control, modify configurations, access sensitive data, or disrupt operations.
Likely Case
Unauthorized access to administrative functions leading to data exposure, configuration changes, or privilege escalation.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper network segmentation, strong authentication, and monitoring detecting unauthorized access attempts.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires poor session management and at least one active user session. No public exploit code identified in references.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Not specified
Vendor Advisory: Not provided in references
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Contact vendor for patched version
2. Apply update when available
3. Verify session management improvements
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Network Segmentation
allRestrict access to Evolution Controller web interface to trusted networks only
Session Timeout Reduction
allConfigure shorter session timeouts to reduce window of opportunity
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict network access controls to limit who can reach the web interface
- Monitor for unauthorized access attempts and implement strong authentication requirements
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check Evolution Controller version in web interface or system settings. If version is 2.04.560.31.03.2024 or below, system is vulnerable.Check Version:
Check web interface settings or system information page for version detailsVerify Fix Applied:
Verify updated version number and test session management by attempting to access admin functions without proper authentication.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Multiple failed authentication attempts followed by successful admin access
- Admin access from unusual IP addresses or without proper authentication logs
Network Indicators:
- Unauthorized access to admin endpoints without authentication headers
- Suspicious session management patterns
SIEM Query:
source="evolution_controller" AND (event_type="admin_access" AND auth_status="unauthenticated")