CVE-2024-42681: xxl-job · n/a
Affects xxl-jobSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.8 High.
Data as of 25 Oct 2026, 19:02 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.8% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 59% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 15 Aug 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-25.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Mavencom.xuxueli/xxl-jobpkg:maven/com.xuxueli/xxl-jobOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
Until an official patch is released, organizations should implement strict access controls to limit who can interact with the Sub-Task ID component, ensuring only trusted and necessary users have permissions. Network segmentation should be employed to isolate xxl-job instances from untrusted networks and reduce exposure. Monitoring and logging of all interactions with the task scheduling system should be enhanced to detect anomalous or unauthorized activities promptly. Employ application-layer firewalls or web application firewalls (WAFs) to block suspicious requests targeting the vulnerable component. Review and harden authentication and authorization mechanisms within xxl-job configurations. If feasible, temporarily disable or restrict the use of the Sub-Task ID feature to mitigate risk. Regularly check for updates from the vendor and apply patches immediately upon release. Conduct thorough security assessments and penetration testing focused on task scheduling components to identify any exploitation attempts.
Description
Insecure Permissions vulnerability in xxl-job v.2.4.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the Sub-Task ID component.