PatchTheCVECVE-2024-6977: A vulnerability in Cato Networks SDP Client on Windows allows the insertion of sensitive information into the
CVE-2024-6977 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting cato client. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability in Cato Networks SDP Client on Windows allows the insertion of sensitive information into the log file, which can lead to an account takeover. However, the attack requires bypassing protections on modifying the tunnel token on a the attacker's system.This issue affects SDP Client: before 5.10.34.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 87%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-532 |
| Published | 2024-07-31 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
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-2024-6977?
cato client: upgrade to newer than 5.10.34. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-6977 being exploited?
CVE-2024-6977 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-2024-6977 affect?
CVE-2024-6977 affects cato client. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). A vulnerability in Cato Networks SDP Client on Windows allows the insertion of sensitive information into the log file, which can lead to an account takeover. However, the attack requires bypassing protections on modifying the tunnel token
How urgent is CVE-2024-6977?
Priority 31/100. Public exploit reference
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