CVE-2020-10061: Error handling invalid packet sequence

Published Jun 5, 2020
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Updated

Improper handling of the full-buffer case in the Zephyr Bluetooth implementation can result in memory corruption. This issue affects: zephyrproject-rtos zephyr version 2.2.0 and later versions, and version 1.14.0 and later versions.

Affected Software

2 affected components
zephyrproject zephyr<1.14.0
zephyrproject zephyr>=2.0.0<2.2.0

Event History

Jun 5, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:37 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-10061?

CVE-2020-10061 has a medium severity level due to the potential for memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-10061?

To fix CVE-2020-10061, update to Zephyr version 2.2.1 or later, or version 1.14.1 or later.

3

Which versions of Zephyr are affected by CVE-2020-10061?

CVE-2020-10061 affects Zephyr versions 2.2.0 and later, and 1.14.0 and later.

4

What can happen if CVE-2020-10061 is exploited?

Exploiting CVE-2020-10061 may lead to memory corruption, which can cause instability or crashes in applications using the affected Bluetooth implementation.

5

Is CVE-2020-10061 related to Bluetooth functionality in Zephyr?

Yes, CVE-2020-10061 is specifically related to improper handling of the full-buffer case in the Bluetooth implementation of Zephyr.

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