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Urgent CVE-2024-58388: Local File Inclusion in Sharp Printers

Urgent CVE-2024-58388: Local File Inclusion in Sharp Printers

First seen 2 Oct 2026, 01:04 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 2, 2026 at 02:07 UTC
  • •CVE-2024-58388 affects Sharp and Toshiba multifunction printers.
  • •Exploitation allows access to sensitive files without authentication.
  • •Organizations with internet-accessible printers face the highest risk.

Sharp and Toshiba Tec multifunction printers contain an unauthenticated local file inclusion vulnerability (CVE-2024-58388) that allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files by manipulating the path parameter in the installed_emanual_down.html endpoint. This vulnerability was first observed being exploited on July 30, 2024. Attackers can use directory traversal sequences to access sensitive files like /etc/passwd and other configuration files. The risk is particularly high for organizations with internet-accessible printers. The vulnerability was published on October 1, 2026, with a CVSS score of 8.7, indicating a high severity. Immediate action is required to mitigate potential data breaches. Organizations are advised to restrict access and apply vendor-approved fixes as soon as they are available.

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Timeline

2024-07-30
First exploitation observed
Shadowserver Foundation reported active exploitation of the vulnerability in Sharp printers.
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2026-10-01
CVE-2024-58388 published
The vulnerability was officially disclosed with a CVSS score of 8.7, classified as high severity.
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Common questions

Which models are affected?
Multiple Sharp and Toshiba Tec multifunction printer models are affected by this vulnerability.
How urgent is the response?
The response is urgent due to confirmed active exploitation in the wild, necessitating immediate action.
What mitigation steps should we take?
Restrict access to affected printers, apply patches as soon as available, and monitor logs for suspicious activity.