What is the severity of CVE-2024-31416?

CVE-2024-31416 has a severity rating that indicates it could lead to potential exploitation due to input validation issues.

How do I fix CVE-2024-31416?

To address CVE-2024-31416, update the Eaton Foreseer software to the latest version that includes security patches.

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2024-31416?

Exploiting CVE-2024-31416 may allow a bad actor to manipulate configurable input fields leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation.

Which versions of Eaton Foreseer are affected by CVE-2024-31416?

Eaton Foreseer versions prior to 7.8.600 are impacted by CVE-2024-31416.

What should users do if they cannot update Eaton Foreseer to fix CVE-2024-31416?

If unable to update, users should implement strict input validation and monitoring to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2024-31416.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-31416

medium

6.5

CWE

1284 190

13/9/2024

19/9/2024

CVE-2024-31416: Integer Overflow

First published: Fri Sep 13 2024(Updated: )

The Eaton Foreseer software provides multiple customizable input fields for the users to configure parameters in the tool like alarms, reports, etc. Some of these input fields were not checking the length and bounds of the entered value. The exploit of this security flaw by a bad actor may result in excessive memory consumption or integer overflow.

Credit: CybersecurityCOE@eaton.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Eaton Foreseer Electrical Power Monitoring System	<7.8.600

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Reference Links

https://www.eaton.com/content/dam/eaton/company/news-insights/cybersecurity/security-bulletins/etn-va-2024-1008.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-31416?
CVE-2024-31416 has a severity rating that indicates it could lead to potential exploitation due to input validation issues.
How do I fix CVE-2024-31416?
To address CVE-2024-31416, update the Eaton Foreseer software to the latest version that includes security patches.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2024-31416?
Exploiting CVE-2024-31416 may allow a bad actor to manipulate configurable input fields leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation.
Which versions of Eaton Foreseer are affected by CVE-2024-31416?
Eaton Foreseer versions prior to 7.8.600 are impacted by CVE-2024-31416.
What should users do if they cannot update Eaton Foreseer to fix CVE-2024-31416?
If unable to update, users should implement strict input validation and monitoring to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2024-31416.

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