Evidence indicates that ColdFusion is affected by privilege escalation. Reported affected versions include < 1.9.1. Exploitation evidence is classified as confirmed in the wild.
Why This Matters
The evidence matters to defenders using ColdFusion because it could allow an attacker to gain additional privileges.
Recommended Action
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines. Identify deployments of ColdFusion matching the evidenced affected versions: < 1.9.1.