CVE-2024-54952: Null Pointer Dereference

Published May 29, 2025
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Updated

MikroTik RouterOS 6.40.5, the SMB service contains a memory corruption vulnerability. Remote, unauthenticated attackers can exploit this issue by sending specially crafted packets, triggering a null pointer dereference. This leads to a Remote Denial of Service (DoS), rendering the SMB service unavailable.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Mikrotik RouterOS
Mikrotik RouterOS=6.40.5

Event History

May 29, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54952?

CVE-2024-54952 is a high severity vulnerability that allows remote unauthenticated attackers to exploit the SMB service in MikroTik RouterOS.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-54952?

To fix CVE-2024-54952, you should update MikroTik RouterOS to the latest version that contains the security patch.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-54952?

CVE-2024-54952 is a memory corruption vulnerability that leads to a Remote Denial of Service (DoS) when exploited.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-54952?

Users of MikroTik RouterOS version 6.40.5 are affected by CVE-2024-54952.

5

What impact does CVE-2024-54952 have on systems?

CVE-2024-54952 can cause the SMB service to become unavailable, leading to a denial of service for legitimate users.

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