CVE-2021-3835: Buffer overflow in usb device class

Published Feb 7, 2022
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Updated

Buffer overflow in usb device class. Zephyr versions >= v2.6.0 contain Heap-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-122). For more information, see https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/security/advisories/GHSA-fm6v-8625-99jf

Affected Software

3 affected components
zephyrproject zephyr>=2.6.0<2.7.1
zephyrproject zephyr=3.0.0-rc1
zephyrproject zephyr=3.0.0-rc2

Event History

Feb 7, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-3835?

CVE-2021-3835 is a vulnerability related to a buffer overflow in the USB device class in Zephyr versions >= v2.6.0.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3835?

The severity of CVE-2021-3835 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.

3

How does CVE-2021-3835 impact Zephyr?

CVE-2021-3835 can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow in Zephyr versions >= v2.6.0.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-3835?

Zephyr versions >= v2.6.0 and Zephyr 3.0.0-rc1 and 3.0.0-rc2 are affected by CVE-2021-3835.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-3835?

To fix CVE-2021-3835, update Zephyr to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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