CVE-2024-50954

HIGH
Published Jan 15, 2025 Modified Apr 15, 2026 CWE-703

Description

The XINJE XL5E-16T and XD5E-24R-E programmable logic controllers V3.5.3b-V3.7.2a have a vulnerability in handling Modbus messages. When a TCP connection is established with the above series of controllers within a local area network (LAN), sending a specific Modbus message to the controller can cause the PLC to crash, interrupting the normal operation of the programs running in the PLC. This results in the ERR indicator light turning on and the RUN indicator light turning off.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-703 CWE-703

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-50954? +
The XINJE XL5E-16T and XD5E-24R-E programmable logic controllers V3.5.3b-V3.7.2a have a vulnerability in handling Modbus messages. When a TCP connection is established with the above series of controllers within a local area network (LAN), sending a specific Modbus message to the controller can cause the PLC to crash, interrupting the normal operation of the programs running in the PLC. This results in the ERR indicator light turning on and the RUN indicator light turning off. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2024-50954? +
CVE-2024-50954 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.5 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-50954? +
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