VULNERABILITY INTELLIGENCE

CVE-2025-71409

CVSS score7.1 HIGH
EPSS probability0.33%
CISA KEVNot currently listed
Published2026-08-07
Last modified2026-09-29
CVSS vectorCVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:L/SC:N/SI:H/SA:L

Description

Lack of authentication for Very High Frequency Data Link messages allows rogue ground stations to inject CPDLC messages leading to unexpected or misleading clearances and potential pilot confusion. This type of attack can be carried out remotely over radio frequency.

Weakness classification

  • CWE-306: Missing Authentication for Critical Function

Primary references