Is CVE-2024-40711 known to be exploited?

It is not marked known-exploited in this record.

CVE-2024-40711

Organizations should regularly patch and update systems, especially firewalls and edge devices, addressing the CVEs listed in the advisory (CVE-2020-3259, CVE-2023-20269, CVE-2023-27532, CVE-2024-40711, CVE-2024-40766). Implementing Zero Trust Architecture, restricting administrative tools and privileges to necessary users only, and strengthening account security through ICAM policies and multifactor authentication (MFA) are critical defensive measures. Network defenders should review provided IOCs and MITRE ATT&CK mappings for detection and hunting.

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What is CVE-2024-40711?: Organizations should regularly patch and update systems, especially firewalls and edge devices, addressing the CVEs listed in the advisory (CVE-2020-3259, CVE-2023-20269, CVE-2023-27532, CVE-2024-40711, CVE-2024-40766). Implementing Zero Trust Architecture, restricting administrative tools and privileges to necessary users only, and strengthening account security through ICAM policies and multifactor authentication (MFA) are critical defensive measures. Network defenders should review provided IOCs and MITRE ATT&CK mappings for detection and hunting.
How severe is CVE-2024-40711?: high
Is CVE-2024-40711 known to be exploited?: It is not marked known-exploited in this record.
How should CVE-2024-40711 be mitigated?: Organizations should regularly patch and update systems, especially firewalls and edge devices, addressing the CVEs listed in the advisory (CVE-2020-3259, CVE-2023-20269, CVE-2023-27532, CVE-2024-40711, CVE-2024-40766). Implementing Zero Trust Architecture, restricting administrative tools and privileges to necessary users only, and strengthening account security through ICAM policies and multifactor authentication (MFA) are critical defensive measures. Network defenders should review provided IOCs and MITRE ATT&CK mappings for detection and hunting.

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Oct 21, 2026 · 01:12

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Unknown / not confirmed

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Mitigation

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A joint cybersecurity advisory published on October 20, 2026, by the FBI, CISA, USSS, and international law enforcement partners outlines the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of the SafePay ransomware group. Since August 2024, SafePay actors have targeted businesses and critical infrastructure across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia, exploiting known vulnerabilities and using credential-based attacks to gain initial access. The advisory reports at least 600 victims and provides IOCs and mitigation guidance.

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