CVE-2024-36845
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2024-36845 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An invalid pointer in the modbus_receive() function of libmodbus v3.1.6 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted message sent to the unit-test-server.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An invalid pointer in the modbus_receive() function of libmodbus v3.1.6 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted message sent to the unit-test-server.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libmodbus | Libmodbus | 3.1.6 |
References
- https://github.com/stephane/libmodbus/issues/750Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/stephane/libmodbus/issues/750Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-36845?
An invalid pointer in the modbus_receive() function of libmodbus v3.1.6 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted message sent to the unit-test-server.
How severe is CVE-2024-36845?
CVE-2024-36845 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-36845?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-36845?
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