CVE-2024-45971: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 15, 2024
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Updated

Multiple Buffer overflows in the MMS Client in MZ Automation LibIEC61850 before commit 1f52be9ddeae00e69cd43e4cac3cb4f0c880c4f0 allow a malicious server to cause a stack-based buffer overflow via the MMS IdentifyResponse message.

Affected Software

2 affected components
MZ Automation LibIEC61850<1f52be9ddeae00e69cd43e4cac3cb4f0c880c4f0
mz-automation libiec61850<1.6.0

Event History

Nov 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45971?

CVE-2024-45971 is considered critical due to the potential for stack-based buffer overflows that can be exploited by a malicious server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-45971?

To fix CVE-2024-45971, you should upgrade to LibIEC61850 version 1f52be9ddeae00e69cd43e4cac3cb4f0c880c4f0 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2024-45971?

CVE-2024-45971 affects the MZ Automation LibIEC61850 software prior to commit 1f52be9ddeae00e69cd43e4cac3cb4f0c880c4f0.

4

How can CVE-2024-45971 be exploited?

CVE-2024-45971 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted MMS IdentifyResponse messages to the MZ Automation MMS Client.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-45971?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-45971 include application crashes and the execution of arbitrary code due to buffer overflow vulnerabilities.

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