PatchTheCVECVE-2024-38280: An unauthorized user is able to gain access to sensitive data, including credentials, by physically retrieving
CVE-2024-38280 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.6) affecting vigilant fixed lpr coms box firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An unauthorized user is able to gain access to sensitive data, including credentials, by physically retrieving the hard disk of the product as the data is stored in clear text.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-38280?
vigilant fixed lpr coms box firmware: upgrade to newer than 3.1.171.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-38280 being exploited?
CVE-2024-38280 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-38280 affect?
CVE-2024-38280 affects vigilant fixed lpr coms box firmware. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.6). An unauthorized user is able to gain access to sensitive data, including credentials, by physically retrieving the hard disk of the product as the data is stored in clear text.
How urgent is CVE-2024-38280?
Priority 17/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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