critical
CISA KEV
Ransomware
CVE-2024-57728
SimpleHelp Path Traversal Vulnerability
Description
SimpleHelp contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows admin users to upload arbitrary files anywhere on the file system by uploading a crafted zip file (i.e. zip slip). This can be exploited to execute arbitrary code on the host in the context of the SimpleHelp server user.
Required action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Federal remediation due May 8, 2026 — past due
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