HIGH
CVE-2024-31029
CWE-125Published: October 22, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
8.2
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
An issue in the server_handle_regular function of the test_coap_server.c file within the FreeCoAP project allows remote attackers to cause a Denial of Service through specially crafted packets.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-31029 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.2.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
keith-cullen1 product(s)
freecoap
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://gist.github.com/dqp10515/41ec400b7eecfcae7578d505598ab85fThird Party Advisory
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https://github.com/keith-cullen/FreeCoAP/issues/36Exploit · Issue Tracking · Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2024-31029
CVSS Score8.2 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-125
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 22, 2024
Related CVEs (CWE-125)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-31029 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.