CVE-2024-32042

MEDIUM

Published May 15, 2024 Modified Jul 30, 2025 CWE-257

Description

The key used to encrypt passwords stored in the database can be found in the CyberPower PowerPanel application code, allowing the passwords to be recovered.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

4.9

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-257 CWE-257

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
cyberpower	powerpanel	< 4.9.0

References

Other References

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-123-01 https://www.cyberpower.com/global/en/product/sku/powerpanel_business_for_windows#downloads https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-123-01 https://www.cyberpower.com/global/en/product/sku/powerpanel_business_for_windows#downloads

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-32042? +

The key used to encrypt passwords stored in the database can be found in the CyberPower PowerPanel application code, allowing the passwords to be recovered. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.9 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-32042? +

CVE-2024-32042 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 4.9 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-32042? +

CVE-2024-32042 affects products from cyberpower, specifically: powerpanel. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-32042? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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