A Zero Day Exploitation critical security alert has been issued regarding critical vulnerabilities affecting Ivanti Connect Secure, Policy Secure, and Neurons for ZTA gateways. These vulnerabilities, specifically CVE-2025-0282 and CVE-2025-0283, have been actively exploited in the wild since mid-December 2024.
What’s at Stake:
- CVE-2025-0282 (CVSS Score: 9.0): This critical vulnerability is a stack-based buffer overflow, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected devices. This could enable attackers to gain complete control over the system, steal data, deploy ransomware, or disrupt critical business operations.
- CVE-2025-0283: This vulnerability allows locally authenticated attackers to escalate their privileges within the system. While less severe than CVE-2025-0282, it still poses a significant risk, as attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain heightened access and potentially compromise sensitive data or systems.
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Affected Versions from Zero Day Exploitation
- Ivanti Connect Secure: Versions 22.7R2 to 22.7R2.4 (for CVE-2025-0282) and 22.7R2.4 and earlier, 9.1R18.9 and earlier (for CVE-2025-0283)
- Ivanti Policy Secure: Versions 22.7R1 to 22.7R1.2 (for CVE-2025-0282) and 22.7R1.2 and earlier (for CVE-2025-0283)
- Ivanti Neurons for ZTA gateways: Versions 22.7R2 to 22.7R2.3 (for CVE-2025-0282) and 22.7R2.3 and earlier (for CVE-2025-0283)
Immediate Action Required:
Organizations utilizing affected Ivanti products from zero day exploitation must take immediate action to mitigate these critical vulnerabilities:
- Update to the latest version: Immediately update to Ivanti Connect Secure version 22.7R2.5 to address both vulnerabilities.
- Prioritize patching: For Ivanti Policy Secure and Neurons for ZTA gateways, apply the available patches as soon as possible.
- Increase monitoring: Closely monitor network activity for any signs of compromise.
- Implement security best practices: A robust security posture requires a multi-layered approach. The principle of least privilege, regular security assessments, and comprehensive employee training are fundamental. By implementing these measures, organizations can significantly strengthen their defenses and minimize the impact of potential security breaches.
Zero Day Exploitation pose a significant challenge to cybersecurity. By staying informed about the latest threats, implementing robust security measures, and maintaining a vigilant security posture, organizations can minimize their exposure to these highly dangerous attacks.
Meta Techs can help:
Meta Techs offers a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity services, including vulnerability assessments, threat detection and response, and incident response planning. Our experts can assist you in:
- Assessing your risk: Determine if your organization is affected by these vulnerabilities.
- Implementing security updates: Assist with the rapid deployment of security patches.
- Strengthening your security posture: Implement robust security measures to protect your systems from exploitation.
- Providing ongoing support: Provide ongoing monitoring and maintenance services to ensure your systems remain protected from emerging threats.
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