Stack Buffer Overflow in PX4-Autopilot Software by PX4
CVE-2024-40427

7.9HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

PX4

Status
Px4 Drone Autopilot
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 January 2025

What is CVE-2024-40427?

A vulnerability in the PX4-Autopilot software, specifically version 1.14.3, involves a stack buffer overflow that allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands. This vulnerability can potentially disrupt the program's normal operations, leading to a failure to execute essential functions. Exploiting this flaw could give malicious actors significant control over the affected system.

References

https://github.com/PX4/PX4-Autopilot/security/advisories/...
https://github.com/PX4/PX4-Autopilot/commit/e03e0261a1a0c...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.9
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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