CVE-2024-23971: (0Day) (Pwn2Own) ChargePoint Home Flex OCPP bswitch Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Jan 31 2025(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of ChargePoint Home Flex charging stations. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of OCPP messages. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability 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-2024-23971?
CVE-2024-23971 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23971?
To address CVE-2024-23971, install the latest firmware updates provided by ChargePoint for the Home Flex charging station.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-23971?
CVE-2024-23971 affects installations of ChargePoint Home Flex charging stations that are exposed to network-adjacent attackers.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2024-23971?
CVE-2024-23971 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code without requiring authentication.
What is the main cause of CVE-2024-23971?
The main cause of CVE-2024-23971 is a flaw in the handling of OCPP messages within the ChargePoint Home Flex firmware.
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