CVE-2024-37779
📋 TL;DR
WoodWing Elvis DAM v6.98.1 contains an authenticated remote command execution vulnerability via Apache Ant script functionality. This allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the server. Organizations running vulnerable versions of Elvis DAM are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- WoodWing Elvis DAM
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete system compromise leading to data theft, ransomware deployment, lateral movement within the network, and persistent backdoor installation.
Likely Case
Unauthorized access to sensitive digital assets, data exfiltration, and potential privilege escalation within the DAM system.
If Mitigated
Limited impact due to network segmentation, strong authentication controls, and restricted user permissions preventing exploitation.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploit details are publicly available in the referenced Medium article. Attack requires valid user credentials.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: v6.98.2 or later
Vendor Advisory: https://www.woodwing.com/
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Download latest version from WoodWing support portal. 2. Backup current installation and database. 3. Stop Elvis DAM services. 4. Apply update following vendor instructions. 5. Restart services and verify functionality.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable Apache Ant Script Functionality
allRemove or restrict access to Ant script execution features if not required for business operations
Consult WoodWing documentation for specific configuration changes
Network Segmentation
allIsolate Elvis DAM servers from critical infrastructure and limit outbound connections
Implement firewall rules to restrict Elvis DAM server network access
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict access controls and multi-factor authentication for all Elvis DAM users
- Monitor for suspicious Ant script execution and command injection attempts in system logs
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check Elvis DAM version in administration interface or configuration files. Version 6.98.1 is vulnerable.Check Version:
Check admin interface or consult WoodWing documentation for version verificationVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm version is 6.98.2 or later and test Ant script functionality is properly restricted.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual Ant script execution patterns
- Suspicious command execution via Apache Ant
- Multiple failed authentication attempts followed by Ant script activity
Network Indicators:
- Unexpected outbound connections from Elvis DAM server
- Command and control traffic patterns
SIEM Query:
source="elvis-dam-logs" AND (ant_script_execution OR command_injection)