CVE-2024-31031: Integer Overflow
Published Apr 17, 2024
·Updated
An issue in coappdu.c in libcoap 4.3.4 allows attackers to cause undefined behavior via a sequence of messages leading to unsigned integer overflow.
Affected Software
4 affected components
libcoap libcoap=4.3.4
libcoap libcoap=4.3.4
Fedoraproject Fedora=39
Fedoraproject Fedora=40
Event History
Apr 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-31031?
CVE-2024-31031 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for attackers to cause undefined behavior.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-31031?
To fix CVE-2024-31031, update libcoap to version 4.3.5 or later, which contains the necessary patches.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-31031?
CVE-2024-31031 specifically affects libcoap version 4.3.4.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-31031?
CVE-2024-31031 is an unsigned integer overflow vulnerability in the handling of CoAP messages.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-31031?
The potential impacts of CVE-2024-31031 include application crashes and unauthorized access due to undefined behavior.