CVE-2024-11166

CVE-2024-11166 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-15.

Key facts

Description

For TCAS II systems using transponders compliant with MOPS earlier than RTCA DO-181F, an attacker can impersonate a ground station and issue a Comm-A Identity Request. This action can set the Sensitivity Level Control (SLC) to the lowest setting and disable the Resolution Advisory (RA), leading to a denial-of-service condition.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-11166?
For TCAS II systems using transponders compliant with MOPS earlier than RTCA DO-181F, an attacker can impersonate a ground station and issue a Comm-A Identity Request. This action can set the Sensitivity Level Control (SLC) to the lowest setting and disable the Resolution Advisory (RA), leading to a denial-of-service condition.
How severe is CVE-2024-11166?
CVE-2024-11166 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2024-11166 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-11166?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-11166 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-11166 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-34390.
When was CVE-2024-11166 published?
CVE-2024-11166 was published on 2025-01-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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