PatchTheCVECVE-2024-8448: Certain switch models from PLANET Technology have a hard-coded credential in the specific command-line interfa
CVE-2024-8448 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting gs-4210-24p2s firmware, gs-4210-24pl4c firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Certain switch models from PLANET Technology have a hard-coded credential in the specific command-line interface, allowing remote attackers with regular privilege to log in with this credential and obtain a Linux root shell.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 58%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-798 |
| Published | 2024-09-30 |
| 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-2024-8448?
gs-4210-24p2s firmware: upgrade to 3.305b240802; gs-4210-24pl4c firmware: upgrade to 2.305b240719. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-8448 being exploited?
CVE-2024-8448 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-2024-8448 affect?
CVE-2024-8448 affects gs-4210-24p2s firmware, gs-4210-24pl4c firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Certain switch models from PLANET Technology have a hard-coded credential in the specific command-line interface, allowing remote attackers with regular privilege to log in with this credential and obtain a Linux root shell.
How urgent is CVE-2024-8448?
Priority 41/100. High severity
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