CVE-2020-10019: Buffer Overflow in USB DFU requested length
First published: Mon May 11 2020(Updated: )
USB DFU has a potential buffer overflow where the requested length (wLength) is not checked against the buffer size. This could be used by a malicious USB host to exploit the buffer overflow. See NCC-ZEP-002 This issue affects: zephyrproject-rtos zephyr version 1.14.1 and later versions. version 2.1.0 and later versions.
Credit: vulnerabilities@zephyrproject.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zephyr Project Manager | <1.14.2 | |
| Zephyr Project Manager | >=2.0.0<=2.1.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://docs.zephyrproject.org/latest/security/vulnerabilities.html#cve-2020-10019
- https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/pull/23190
- https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/pull/23457
- https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/pull/23460
- https://zephyrprojectsec.atlassian.net/browse/ZEPSEC-25
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10019?
CVE-2020-10019 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote exploitation through a buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10019?
To fix CVE-2020-10019, update to Zephyr version 1.14.2 or later, or apply relevant patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-10019?
CVE-2020-10019 affects Zephyr versions 1.14.1 and later, specifically versions up to 1.14.2 and between 2.0.0 and 2.1.0.
What happens if CVE-2020-10019 is exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2020-10019 could allow a malicious USB host to cause a buffer overflow, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
Is CVE-2020-10019 specific to a particular operating system?
CVE-2020-10019 is specific to the Zephyr RTOS used in various embedded devices.
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