CVE-2021-23908: 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. A type confusion issue affects MultiSvSetAttributes 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·06:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:57 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-23908?

CVE-2021-23908 is a vulnerability that was discovered in the Headunit NTG6 in the MBUX Infotainment System on Mercedes-Benz vehicles through 2021.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-23908?

CVE-2021-23908 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.

3

How does CVE-2021-23908 affect Mercedes-Benz vehicles?

CVE-2021-23908 can lead to remote code execution through a type confusion issue in the HiQnet Protocol, affecting the Headunit NTG6 in the MBUX Infotainment System on Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

4

Is my Mercedes-Benz vehicle vulnerable to CVE-2021-23908?

Mercedes-Benz vehicles through 2021 with the Headunit NTG6 in the MBUX Infotainment System are vulnerable to CVE-2021-23908.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-23908?

To fix CVE-2021-23908, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches provided by Mercedes-Benz.

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