HIGH
CVE-2024-48857
CWE-476Published: January 14, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
7.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
NULL pointer dereference in the PCX image codec in QNX SDP versions 8.0, 7.1 and 7.0 could allow an unauthenticated attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition in the context of the process using the image codec.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-48857 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
blackberry1 product(s)
qnx software development platform
Source: NVD CPE · 3 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (1)
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https://support.blackberry.com/pkb/s/article/140334Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2024-48857
CVSS Score7.5 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-476
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 14, 2025
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-48857 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.