CVE-2022-38701: IPC in communication subsystem has a heap overflow vulnerability. Local attackers can trigger a heap overflow and get network sensitive information.

Published Sep 9, 2022
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Updated

OpenHarmony-v3.1.2 and prior versions have a heap overflow vulnerability. Local attackers can trigger a heap overflow and get network sensitive information.

Affected Software

3 affected components
OpenHarmony OpenHarmony>=3.0<=3.0.5
Openatom Openharmony>=3.1<=3.1.2
OpenHarmony OpenHarmony>=3.1<=3.1.2

Event History

Sep 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:39 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this OpenHarmony vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this OpenHarmony vulnerability is CVE-2022-38701.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38701?

The severity of CVE-2022-38701 is medium, with a severity value of 3.3.

3

How can local attackers exploit CVE-2022-38701?

Local attackers can exploit CVE-2022-38701 by triggering a heap overflow and obtaining network-sensitive information.

4

Which versions of OpenHarmony are affected by CVE-2022-38701?

OpenHarmony v3.1.2 and prior versions, including v3.0 to v3.0.5, are affected by CVE-2022-38701.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-38701?

Please refer to the OpenHarmony security advisory for information on available fixes for CVE-2022-38701.

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