CVE-2024-0031

In attp_build_read_by_type_value_cmd of att_protocol.cc , there is a possible out of bounds write due to improper input validation

Critical · published February 16, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
48.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An out of bounds write lets attackers execute code remotely without breaking a sweat! This flaw lives in attp_build_read_by_type_value_cmd, making it a prime target. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that serves a dish without checking the recipe — one extra ingredient could turn a delightful meal into a disaster! Here, improper input validation means malicious data can sneak in and cause chaos. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to run any code they want on your system! This means they could steal sensitive data, manipulate operations, or even take complete control — a total security nightmare!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that serves a dish without checking the recipe — one extra ingredient could turn a delightful meal into a disaster! Here, improper input validation means malicious data can sneak in and cause chaos. This vulnerability occurs in the attp_build_read_by_type_value_cmd function of att_protocol.cc, where insufficient input validation allows an attacker to write outside of the allocated memory space, potentially leading to remote code execution.

What to do

An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to run any code they want on your system! This means they could steal sensitive data, manipulate operations, or even take complete control — a total security nightmare! To protect your systems, patch to the latest version immediately. Review input validation mechanisms to ensure they properly sanitize data. Implement logging and monitoring to detect any suspicious activity related to this vulnerability. You've got this! Follow these steps and you'll have your defenses back up in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00613 · 48.7th percentile
Published
2024-02-16T00:08Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 FEB 00:08Z
    In attp_build_read_by_type_value_cmd of att_protocol.cc , there is a possible out of bounds write due to improper input validation
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