MEDIUM
CVE-2024-41927
CWE-319Published: September 4, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
4.6
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Cleartext transmission of sensitive information vulnerability exists in multiple IDEC PLCs. If an attacker sends a specific command to PLC's serial communication port, user credentials may be obtained. As a result, the program of the PLC may be obtained, and the PLC may be manipulated.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-41927 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
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 complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 4.6.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorPhysical
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
idec182 product(s)
kit-fc6a-24-kc firmwarekit-fc6a-24-kckit-fc6a-24-pc firmwarekit-fc6a-24-pckit-fc6a-24-ra firmwarekit-fc6a-24-rakit-fc6a-24-ra-hg1g firmwarekit-fc6a-24-ra-hg1gkit-fc6a-24-ra-hg2g-5tn firmwarekit-fc6a-24-ra-hg2g-5tnkit-fc6a-24-ra-hg2g-5tt firmwarekit-fc6a-24-ra-hg2g-5tt+170
Source: NVD CPE · 182 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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NVD Detail
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://jvn.jp/en/vu/JVNVU96959731/Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2024-41927
CVSS Score4.6 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-319
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedSep 4, 2024
Related CVEs (CWE-319)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-41927 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. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.