CVE-2024-24421

A type confusion in the nas_message_decode function of Magma <= 1.8.0 (fixed in v1.9 commit 08472ba98b8321f802e95f5622fa90fec2dea486) allows attackers to…

Critical · published January 21, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafty type confusion lurks in the nas_message_decode function of Magma version 1.8.0 and below, ready to open the floodgates for attackers! Think of it like a delivery service that misplaces your package — they accidentally deliver your sensitive info to the wrong address, allowing anyone to take control! This vulnerability could lead to absolute chaos, letting attackers execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) at will. Imagine a service that should be reliable crashing unexpectedly, leaving users locked out and data at risk — a total nightmare!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service that misplaces your package — they accidentally deliver your sensitive info to the wrong address, allowing anyone to take control! The type confusion in the nas_message_decode function allows crafted NAS packets to bypass normal checks, leading to unauthorized code execution or system crashes.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to absolute chaos, letting attackers execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) at will. Imagine a service that should be reliable crashing unexpectedly, leaving users locked out and data at risk — a total nightmare! To safeguard your systems, upgrade Magma to version 1.9 or later immediately. Be sure to review your configuration and monitor for any suspicious activity related to NAS packet processing. You've got this! Stay proactive and secure your setup. 🛡️

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
0.00944 · 60.7th percentile
Published
2025-01-21T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 JAN 00:00Z
    A type confusion in the nas_message_decode function of Magma <= 1.8.0 (fixed in v1.9 commit 08472ba98b8321f802e95f5622fa90fec2dea486) allows attackers to…
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