CVE-2021-3321: Integer Underflow in Zephyr in IEEE 802154 Fragment Reassembly Header Removal

Published Oct 12, 2021
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Updated

Integer Underflow in Zephyr in IEEE 802154 Fragment Reassembly Header Removal. Zephyr versions >= >=2.4.0 contain Integer Overflow to Buffer Overflow (CWE-680). For more information, see https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/security/advisories/GHSA-w44j-66g7-xw99

Affected Software

1 affected component
zephyrproject zephyr>=2.4.0<2.5.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade zephyr to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.4.0
  2. Compensating control

    Apply the fix referenced by the Zephyr security advisory GHSA-w44j-66g7-xw99 for the IEEE 802154 Fragment Reassembly Header Removal integer underflow issue.

Event History

Oct 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-3321?

CVE-2021-3321 is a vulnerability in Zephyr that allows for an integer underflow leading to a buffer overflow.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3321?

The severity of CVE-2021-3321 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2021-3321?

The affected software for CVE-2021-3321 is Zephyr versions 2.4.0 to 2.5.0.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-3321?

To fix CVE-2021-3321, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of Zephyr that is not affected by the vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-3321?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-3321 at the following link: http://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/security/advisories/GHSA-w44j-66g7-xw99

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