CVE-2019-14237: Critical severity nxp kinetis kv1x firmware vulnerability

Published Sep 12, 2019
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Updated

On NXP Kinetis KV1x, Kinetis KV3x, and Kinetis K8x devices, Flash Access Controls (FAC) (a software IP protection method for execute-only access) can be defeated by observing CPU registers and the effect of code/instruction execution.

Affected Software

6 affected components
NXP Kinetis Kv1x Firmware
NXP Kinetis KV1x
NXP Kinetis Kv3x Firmware
NXP Kinetis KV3x
NXP Kinetis K8x Firmware
NXP Kinetis K8x

Event History

Sep 12, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:56 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-14237?

CVE-2019-14237 is a vulnerability found on NXP Kinetis KV1x, Kinetis KV3x, and Kinetis K8x devices where Flash Access Controls (FAC) can be defeated by observing CPU registers and the effect of code/instruction execution.

2

How does the vulnerability in CVE-2019-14237 work?

The vulnerability in CVE-2019-14237 allows an attacker to defeat the Flash Access Controls (FAC) software IP protection method by observing CPU registers and the effect of code/instruction execution.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-14237?

The severity of CVE-2019-14237 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

4

Is NXP Kinetis KV1x vulnerable?

No, NXP Kinetis KV1x devices are not vulnerable to CVE-2019-14237.

5

Is NXP Kinetis KV3x vulnerable?

No, NXP Kinetis KV3x devices are not vulnerable to CVE-2019-14237.

6

Is NXP Kinetis K8x vulnerable?

No, NXP Kinetis K8x devices are not vulnerable to CVE-2019-14237.

7

How can I fix CVE-2019-14237?

There is no known fix or patch available for CVE-2019-14237 at the moment. It is recommended to follow the recommendations provided by the vendor.

8

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-14237?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-14237 in the following reference: [https://www.usenix.org/system/files/woot19-paper_schink.pdf]

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