CVE-2024-54983

An issue in Quectel BC95-CNV V100R001C00SPC051 allows attackers to bypass authentication via a crafted NAS message

Critical · published December 19, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
42.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An attacker can slip past authentication with just one cleverly crafted NAS message—it's as easy as sneaking a fake ID into a club! 🔥 Think of it like a bouncer at a club who blindly accepts any ID that looks somewhat legit. If that ID is good enough, the person can walk right in and access everything inside without any real verification. This vulnerability puts your entire system at risk. An unauthorized user could gain access to sensitive data or potentially manipulate critical functions, leading to severe data breaches or system compromises. The stakes are high, and the repercussions could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a bouncer at a club who blindly accepts any ID that looks somewhat legit. If that ID is good enough, the person can walk right in and access everything inside without any real verification. The issue in the Quectel BC95-CNV V100R001C00SPC051 allows attackers to bypass authentication by sending a specially crafted NAS message, thereby gaining unauthorized access to the system without proper credentials.

What to do

This vulnerability puts your entire system at risk. An unauthorized user could gain access to sensitive data or potentially manipulate critical functions, leading to severe data breaches or system compromises. The stakes are high, and the repercussions could be absolutely devastating! Immediately patch your Quectel firmware to the latest version to close this door. Review your security protocols to ensure robust authentication checks are in place and monitor your systems for any unusual activity. Don't delay—this is critical! You've got this! By taking action now, you can fortify your defenses and keep your system secure. 🛡️

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
0.00510 · 42.7th percentile
Published
2024-12-19T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 DEC 00:00Z
    An issue in Quectel BC95-CNV V100R001C00SPC051 allows attackers to bypass authentication via a crafted NAS message
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