CVE-2021-20988: Hilscher rcX RTOS: Wrong handling of the UDP checksum

Published May 13, 2021
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Updated

In Hilscher rcX RTOS versions prios to V2.1.14.1 the actual UDP packet length is not verified against the length indicated by the packet. This may lead to a denial of service of the affected device.

Affected Software

17 affected components
Hilscher rcX RTOS<2.1.14.1
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-16di-g60l-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-16di-g60l-v1d
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-16dio-g60l-c1-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-16dio-g60l-c1-v1d
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-16dio-g60l-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-16dio-g60l-v1d
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8di8do-g60l-c1-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8di8do-g60l-c1-v1d
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8di8do-g60l-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8di8do-g60l-v1d
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8iol-g30l-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8iol-g30l-v1d
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8iol-g60l-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8iol-g60l-v1d
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8iol-s2-g60l-v1d Firmware<=f10017
Pepperl-fuchs Ice1-8iol-s2-g60l-v1d

Event History

May 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-20988?

CVE-2021-20988 is a vulnerability in Hilscher rcX RTOS versions prior to V2.1.14.1 that allows for a denial of service attack.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-20988?

CVE-2021-20988 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-20988?

Hilscher rcX RTOS versions up to and excluding V2.1.14.1 are affected by CVE-2021-20988.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-20988?

To fix CVE-2021-20988, update your Hilscher rcX RTOS to version V2.1.14.1 or higher.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-20988?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-20988 at the following references: [link 1](https://cert.vde.com/de-de/advisories/vde-2021-018) and [link 2](https://kb.hilscher.com/display/ISMS/2019-04-10+Wrong+handling+of+the+UDP+checksum).

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