CVE-2024-7490
CWE-120Published: August 8, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Improper Input Validation vulnerability in Microchip Techology Advanced Software Framework example DHCP server can cause remote code execution through a buffer overflow.
This vulnerability is associated with program files tinydhcpserver.C and program routines lwip_dhcp_find_option.
This issue affects Advanced Software Framework: through 3.52.0.2574.
ASF is no longer being supported. Apply provided workaround or migrate to an actively maintained framework.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-7490 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 complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-7490 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts