CVE-2024-36981

Public Exploit

Description

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the OpenPLC Runtime EtherNet/IP PCCC parser functionality of OpenPLC_v3 b4702061dc14d1024856f71b4543298d77007b88. A specially crafted network request can lead to denial of service. An attacker can send a series of EtherNet/IP requests to trigger this vulnerability.This is the final instance of the incorrect comparison.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.22%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: OpenPLC OpenPLC_v3
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-2004 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36981?
CVE-2024-36981 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-36981?
To fix CVE-2024-36981, 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-2024-36981 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-36981 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2024-36981?
CVE-2024-36981 affects OpenPLC OpenPLC_v3.
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