Athonet · Athonet Vepc Mme · CVE-2024-24454
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Athonet vEPC MME version 11.4.0
**Description**
The issue involves an invalid memory access when handling the `ProtocolIE ID` field of E-RAB Modify Request messages, allowing attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) to the cellular network by repeatedly initiating connections and sending a crafted payload.
**Recommendations**
For Athonet vEPC MME version 11.4.0, consider restricting access to the E-RAB Modify Request messages to minimize the risk of exploitation until a patch is available. As a temporary workaround, disabling the handling of the `ProtocolIE ID` field in these messages may also help mitigate the issue. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.