Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Open5GS Diameter Rx Handler
CVE-2024-14044

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Open5GS

Status
Open5gs
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2024-14044?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Diameter Rx Handler of Open5GS due to improper handling of arguments in the pcrf_rx_aar_cb function. This issue enables a remote attacker to exploit the vulnerability by manipulating the num_of_media_component/num_of_sub parameters. Successful exploitation may lead to memory corruption, potentially allowing unauthorized access or system instability. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to version 2.7.2 to mitigate this security risk.

Affected Version(s)

Open5GS 2.7.0

Open5GS 2.7.1

Open5GS 2.7.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-14044 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/387282
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/387282/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2024-14044
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

WeiYi (VulDB User)
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