PatchTheCVECVE-2024-6029: Tesla Model S Iris Modem Race Condition Firewall Bypass Vulnerability
CVE-2024-6029 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.0) affecting model s firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Tesla Model S Iris Modem Race Condition Firewall Bypass Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass the firewall on the Iris modem in affected Tesla Model S vehicles. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the firewall service. The issue results from a failure to obtain the xtables lock. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass firewall rules.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.0 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Adjacent network |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 87%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-367 |
| Published | 2025-04-30 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-6029?
model s firmware: upgrade to 2024.2.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-6029 being exploited?
CVE-2024-6029 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-6029 affect?
CVE-2024-6029 affects model s firmware. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.0). Tesla Model S Iris Modem Race Condition Firewall Bypass Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass the firewall on the Iris modem in affected Tesla Model S vehicles. Authentication is not required to explo
How urgent is CVE-2024-6029?
Priority 21/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Software pages
Tesla and automotive vulnerabilities
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