CVE-2021-23907: Critical severity mercedes-benz user experience vulnerability

Published May 13, 2021
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Updated

An issue was discovered in the Headunit NTG6 in the MBUX Infotainment System on Mercedes-Benz vehicles through 2021. The count in MultiSvGet, GetAttributes, and MultiSvSet is not checked in the HiQnet Protocol, leading to remote code execution.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Mercedes-Benz Headunit Ntg6 Mercedes-benz User Experience=2021
Mercedes-Benz A 220
Mercedes-Benz A 220 4matic
Mercedes-Benz E 350
Mercedes-Benz E 350 4matic
Mercedes-Benz Eqc
Mercedes-Benz Gle 350
Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 4matic

Event History

May 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:56 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-23907?

The severity of CVE-2021-23907 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.

2

How does CVE-2021-23907 affect Mercedes-Benz vehicles?

CVE-2021-23907 affects Mercedes-Benz vehicles with the Headunit NTG6 in the MBUX Infotainment System through 2021.

3

What is the HiQnet Protocol and how is it related to CVE-2021-23907?

The HiQnet Protocol is a protocol used in the Headunit NTG6 in the MBUX Infotainment System on Mercedes-Benz vehicles, and CVE-2021-23907 is a vulnerability in this protocol.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2021-23907?

CVE-2021-23907 allows remote code execution, which could lead to unauthorized access or control of the affected Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

5

How can CVE-2021-23907 be fixed?

To fix CVE-2021-23907, Mercedes-Benz vehicle owners should follow the recommendations provided by Mercedes-Benz, which may include updating the MBUX Infotainment System to a patched version or contacting a Mercedes-Benz authorized service center for assistance.

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