CVE-2024-0949: Authentication Bypass in Elektraweb

The authentication bypass vulnerability in Elektraweb allows an attacker to circumvent the normal login process and gain access to the application without valid credentials. This could grant them access to sensitive data stored within the system, including user information, financial records, or other confidential data. Depending on the application's functionality, an attacker could also modify data, execute arbitrary code, or gain control of the underlying server. The potential blast radius is significant, as a successful compromise could impact all users and data associated with the Elektraweb installation.

1. Reserved2024-01-26
2. Published2024-06-27
3. Modified2025-10-14
4. EPSS updated2026-04-02

The primary mitigation for CVE-2024-0949 is to immediately upgrade Elektraweb to version 17.0.68 or later. If upgrading is not immediately feasible, consider implementing temporary workarounds such as restricting access to the application from external networks or implementing stricter firewall rules. Monitor Elektraweb logs for any suspicious activity, particularly failed login attempts or unusual access patterns. While a direct detection signature is difficult to create without specific knowledge of Elektraweb internals, monitoring for unusual access patterns and unauthorized modifications to critical files can provide early warning signs.