CVE-2024-25254 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

A buffer overflow in SuperScan allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via the Hostname/IP parameter.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-25254?

CVE-2024-25254 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Nov 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SuperScan v4.1 was discovered to contain a buffer overflow via the Hostname/IP parameter.

Weakness: CWE-120

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-25254?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Mcafee Superscan.

How do I fix CVE-2024-25254?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-25254 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2024-25254 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-25254 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jmg6-w85r-58w8.

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