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CVE-2024-50956

6.5 · MEDIUM

A buffer overflow in the RecvSocketData function of Inovance HCPLC_AM401-CPU1608TPTN 21.38.0.0, HCPLC_AM402-CPU1608TPTN 41.38.0.0, and HCPLC_AM403-CPU1608TN 81.38.0.0 allows attackers to cause a De…

Published Nov 13, 2024CWE-120EPSS 0.27%

Overview

CVE-2024-50956 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 13, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A buffer overflow in the RecvSocketData function of Inovance HCPLC_AM401-CPU1608TPTN 21.38.0.0, HCPLC_AM402-CPU1608TPTN 41.38.0.0, and HCPLC_AM403-CPU1608TN 81.38.0.0 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted Modbus message.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-50956?

CVE-2024-50956 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 13, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-50956?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-50956?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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