CVE-2024-23970: (0Day) (Pwn2Own) ChargePoint Home Flex Improper Certificate Validation Vulnerability
First published: Fri Jan 31 2025(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to compromise transport security on affected installations of ChargePoint Home Flex charging stations. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the CURLOPT_SSL_VERIFYHOST setting. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the certificate presented by the server. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of root.
Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ChargePoint Home Flex Firmware | ||
| All of | ||
| Chargepoint Home Flex Nema 14-50 Plug | ||
| Chargepoint Home Flex Nema 14-50 Plug Firmware | ||
| All of | ||
| Chargepoint Home Flex Hardwired Firmware | ||
| Chargepoint Home Flex Hardwired Firmware | ||
| All of | ||
| Chargepoint Home Flex Nema 6-50 Plug Firmware | ||
| Chargepoint Home Flex Nema 6-50 Plug Firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-23970?
CVE-2024-23970 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to compromise transport security without authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23970?
To fix CVE-2024-23970, ensure that you update the firmware of your ChargePoint Home Flex charging station to the latest version provided by ChargePoint.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-23970?
CVE-2024-23970 affects installations of ChargePoint Home Flex charging stations that are exposed to network-adjacent attackers.
What type of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2024-23970?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-23970 to compromise the transport layer security of affected ChargePoint Home Flex charging stations.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-23970?
No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2024-23970, making it particularly dangerous.
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