CVE-2024-48970 — CRITICAL (9.3)

Vulnerability Description

The ventilator's microcontroller lacks memory protection. An attacker could connect to the internal JTAG interface and read or write to flash memory using an off-the-shelf debugging tool, which could disrupt the function of the device and/or cause unauthorized information disclosure.

CVSS Score

9.3

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-1191

References

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-medical-advisories/icsma-24-319-01

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-48970?

CVE-2024-48970 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL). The ventilator's microcontroller lacks memory protection. An attacker could connect to the internal JTAG interface and read or write to flash memory using an off-the-shelf debugging tool, which could ...

How severe is CVE-2024-48970?

CVE-2024-48970 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-48970?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.