CVE-2019-13991: Medium severity arduino firmware vulnerability

Published Jul 19, 2019
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Updated

Embedded systems based on Arduino before Rev3 allow remote attackers to send data to LEDs (directly connected to GPIO pins) via a laser, because of LED photosensitivity.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Arduino Arduino Firmware<rev3
Arduino Arduino

Event History

Jul 19, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:39 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-13991?

CVE-2019-13991 is a vulnerability in embedded systems based on Arduino before Rev3 that allows remote attackers to send data to LEDs via a laser due to LED photosensitivity.

2

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers using a laser to send data to LEDs that are directly connected to GPIO pins in the Arduino system.

3

What is the severity rating of CVE-2019-13991?

The severity rating of CVE-2019-13991 is medium with a severity value of 6.5.

4

Which versions of Arduino firmware are affected by this vulnerability?

Embedded systems based on Arduino before Rev3 are affected by this vulnerability.

5

Is Arduino Arduino firmware Rev3 vulnerable to CVE-2019-13991?

Yes, Arduino firmware Rev3 is vulnerable to CVE-2019-13991.

6

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-13991?

More information about CVE-2019-13991 can be found at the following reference: https://arxiv.org/abs/1907.00479

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