ConnectWise fixes Automate bug allowing AiTM update attacks

ConnectWise fixes Automate bug allowing AiTM update attacks

ConnectWise has issued security updates for its Automate platform to fix critical vulnerabilities that could allow interception and manipulation of sensitive communications. These flaws pose a significant risk as they could be exploited by threat actors to impersonate servers or modify updates, especially in on-prem environments. #CVE202511492 #CVE202511493 #ConnectWiseAutomate #AdversaryInTheMiddle

Keypoints

  • ConnectWise Automate is a remote monitoring and management platform used by MSPs and large enterprises.
  • The critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-11492) allows unencrypted HTTP communication, risking interception of sensitive data.
  • The second vulnerability (CVE-2025-11493) involves a lack of integrity checks for updates, enabling impersonation attacks.
  • Combined, these flaws could let attackers push malicious files or steal credentials through man-in-the-middle attacks.
  • ConnectWise recommends urgent action for on-prem deployments to install the latest version 2025.9 to mitigate risks.

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