CWE
190
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-27484: Integer Overflow

First published: Mon Nov 16 2020(Updated: )

Garmin Forerunner 235 before 8.20 is affected by: Integer Overflow. The component is: ConnectIQ TVM. The attack vector is: To exploit the vulnerability, the attacker must upload a malicious ConnectIQ application to the ConnectIQ store. The ConnectIQ program interpreter fails to check for overflow when allocating the array for the NEWA instruction. This a constrained read/write primitive across the entire MAX32630 address space. A successful exploit would allow a ConnectIQ app store application to escape and perform activities outside the restricted application execution environment.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Garmin Forerunner 235 Firmware>=7.90<8.20
Garmin Forerunner 235 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-27484?

    CVE-2020-27484 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact through integer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-27484?

    To fix CVE-2020-27484, update the Garmin Forerunner 235 firmware to version 8.20 or later.

  • What components are affected by CVE-2020-27484?

    CVE-2020-27484 affects the ConnectIQ TVM component in Garmin Forerunner 235 firmware versions prior to 8.20.

  • What is the attack vector for CVE-2020-27484?

    The attack vector for CVE-2020-27484 involves uploading a malicious ConnectIQ application to the ConnectIQ store.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2020-27484?

    CVE-2020-27484 is an integer overflow vulnerability that allows an attacker to exploit the ConnectIQ program interpreter.

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