CVE-2024-39743
CWE-405Published: July 8, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
IBM MQ Operator 3.2.2 and IBM MQ Operator 2.0.24 IBM MQ Container Developer Edition is vulnerable to denial of service caused by incorrect memory de-allocation. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause the server to consume memory resources. IBM X-Force ID: 297172.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-39743 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 7.5.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-39743 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts