
About Path Traversal – Zyxel firewall (CVE-2024-11667) vulnerability. A directory traversal vulnerability in the web management interface of Zyxel firewall could allow an attacker to download or upload files via a crafted URL. The vulnerability affects Zyxel ZLD firmware versions from 5.00 to 5.38, used in the ATP, USG FLEX, USG FLEX 50(W), and USG20(W)-VPN device series.
Specialists from Sekoia discovered this vulnerability being exploited on their honeypots by ransomware attackers from the Helldown group. There are no public exploits yet.
Zyxel recommends:
Update firmware to version 5.39, which was released on September 3, 2024
Disable remote access until devices are updated
Learn best practices for device configuration
If your company uses Zyxel firewalls, please pay attention.

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