CVE-2024-34244: Buffer Overflow
Published May 8, 2024
·Updated
libmodbus v3.1.10 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via the modbuswritebits function. This issue can be triggered when the function is fed with specially crafted input, which leads to out-of-bounds read and can potentially cause a crash or other unintended behaviors.
Affected Software
2 affected components
libmodbus libmodbus
libmodbus libmodbus=3.1.10
Event History
May 8, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-34244?
CVE-2024-34244 has a high severity rating due to the potential for buffer overflow exploitation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-34244?
To fix CVE-2024-34244, update to the latest version of libmodbus that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2024-34244?
The impact of CVE-2024-34244 includes potential crashes and unintended behaviors due to out-of-bounds read.
4
Which versions of libmodbus are affected by CVE-2024-34244?
CVE-2024-34244 affects libmodbus version 3.1.10.
5
How can attackers exploit CVE-2024-34244?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-34244 by supplying specially crafted input to the modbus_write_bits function.