Ivanti - Authentication Bypass (CVE-2023-35078)

CVE-2023-35078 is a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in Ivanti EPMM that enables unauthorized users to access restricted application functionality or resources without proper authentication.

CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 9th of February 2024.

According to CrowdSec data, while opportunistic exploitation dominates, a portion of threat actors trying to exploit CVE-2023-35078 apply basic targeting methods such as port or service detection. This indicates emerging patterns of selective targeting. CrowdSec data also reveals a clear uptick in attacks involving CVE-2023-35078 over the past week. Activity is above the usual baseline, suggesting growing attention from attackers. This may reflect rising awareness, recent exploit releases, or expanded targeting efforts.

Attackers look for accessible endpoints to gain unauthorized access, taking advantage of the authentication bypass flaw.