CVE-2024-24972

Description

Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input (CWE-120) in the Controller 6000 and Controller 7000 diagnostic web interface allows an authorised and authenticated operator to reboot the Controller, causing a Denial of Service. Gallagher recommend the diagnostic web page is not enabled (default is off) unless advised by Gallagher Technical support. This interface is intended only for diagnostic purposes. This issue affects: Controller 6000 and Controller 7000 9.10 prior to vCR9.10.240816a (distributed in 9.10.1530 (MR2)), 9.00 prior to vCR9.00.240816a (distributed in 9.00.2168 (MR4)), 8.90 prior to vCR8.90.240816a (distributed in 8.90.2155 (MR5)), 8.80 prior to vCR8.80.240816b (distributed in 8.80.1938 (MR6)), all versions of 8.70 and prior.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.13%
Affected: Gallagher Controller 6000 and Controller 7000
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://security.gallagher.com/en-NZ/Security-Advisories/CVE-2024-24972

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-24972?
CVE-2024-24972 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-24972?
To fix CVE-2024-24972, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-24972 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-24972 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-24972?
CVE-2024-24972 affects Gallagher Controller 6000 and Controller 7000.
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