CVE-2024-1709—ConnectWise ScreenConnect Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

ConnectWise ScreenConnect Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Description

ConnectWise ScreenConnect contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows an attacker with network access to the management interface to create a new, administrator-level account on affected devices.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:

KNOWN

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

• https://www.connectwise.com/company/trust/security-bulletins/connectwise-screenconnect-23.9.8
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-1709

Related News Articles

• CISA Adds Actively Exploited ConnectWise and Windows Flaws to KEVApril 29, 2026
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• Microsoft links Medusa ransomware affiliate to zero-day attacksApril 6, 2026
• CISA orders feds to patch VMware Tools flaw exploited by Chinese hackersOctober 30, 2025
• Chinese hackers exploiting VMware zero-day since October 2024September 30, 2025

Related Weaknesses

• CWE-288