Vulnerability intelligence
CVE-2024-2169
Implementations of UDP application protocol are vulnerable to network loops. An unauthenticated attacker can use maliciously-crafted packets against a vulnerable implementation that can lead to Denial of Service (DOS) and/or abuse of resources.
CVSS Score
7.5
High
EPSS — Exploit Probability
5.4%
Riskier than 92% of all CVEs
Exploitation
Not in CISA KEV
No federal exploitation record
Remediation
unknown
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1 article across 1 outlet · first covered May 3, 2026 · latest May 3, 2026
Coverage timeline
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Loop DoS attack uses CVE-2024-2169, endangering 300k hostswww.bleepingcomputer.com · May 3, 2026