CVE-2024-48406

Buffer Overflow vulnerability in SunBK201 umicat through v.0.3.2 and fixed in v.0.3.3 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via the power(uct_int_t x…

Critical · published November 29, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
58.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A buffer overflow vulnerability in SunBK201 umicat allows for arbitrary code execution, and it’s lurking in versions up to 0.3.2! Think of it like a crowded elevator: if too many people cram in, the doors might burst open, allowing anyone to stroll right in. In this case, the overflow lets attackers slip in and execute any code they want, bypassing all security measures! This vulnerability is absolutely devastating! An attacker could exploit this to run arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially taking complete control and wreaking havoc. This could lead to data loss, unauthorized access, and significant disruption in services.

Put simply

Think of it like a crowded elevator: if too many people cram in, the doors might burst open, allowing anyone to stroll right in. In this case, the overflow lets attackers slip in and execute any code they want, bypassing all security measures! The vulnerability occurs in the power function (power(uct_int_t x, uct_int_t n)) within src/uct_upstream.c, where a lack of proper bounds checking allows for a buffer overflow to happen when handling input parameters.

What to do

This vulnerability is absolutely devastating! An attacker could exploit this to run arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially taking complete control and wreaking havoc. This could lead to data loss, unauthorized access, and significant disruption in services. To protect your systems, upgrade to version 0.3.3 immediately, where this vulnerability is patched. Also, review your code for similar patterns that could lead to buffer overflows and implement strict input validation to prevent future occurrences. You've got this! Follow the steps, and you’ll have this vulnerability locked down 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
0.00877 · 58.6th percentile
Published
2024-11-29T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 NOV 00:00Z
    Buffer Overflow vulnerability in SunBK201 umicat through v.0.3.2 and fixed in v.0.3.3 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via the power(uct_int_t x…
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