CVE-2024-6501 — LOW (3.1) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

A flaw was found in NetworkManager. When a system running NetworkManager with DEBUG logs enabled and an interface eth1 configured with LLDP enabled, a malicious user could inject a malformed LLDP packet. NetworkManager would crash, leading to a denial of service.

CVSS Score

3.1

LOW

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-400

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-6501?

CVE-2024-6501 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.1 (LOW). A flaw was found in NetworkManager. When a system running NetworkManager with DEBUG logs enabled and an interface eth1 configured with LLDP enabled, a malicious user could inject a malformed LLDP pack...

How severe is CVE-2024-6501?

CVE-2024-6501 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-6501?

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