Mz Automation · Libiec61850 · CVE-2024-45971
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
MZ Automation LibIEC61850 versions before commit 1f52be9ddeae00e69cd43e4cac3cb4f0c880c4f0
**Description**
The issue is related to multiple buffer overflows in the MMS Client of MZ Automation LibIEC61850. A malicious server can cause a stack-based buffer overflow via the MMS IdentifyResponse message, potentially leading to remote code execution and system compromise.
**Recommendations**
For versions before commit 1f52be9ddeae00e69cd43e4cac3cb4f0c880c4f0, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue to prevent exploitation. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the MMS Client to minimize the risk of exploitation.