7.5
CWE
863
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-23299

First published: Tue May 23 2023(Updated: )

The permission system implemented and enforced by the GarminOS TVM component in CIQ API version 1.0.0 through 4.1.7 can be bypassed entirely. A malicious application with specially crafted code and data sections could access restricted CIQ modules, call their functions and disclose sensitive data such as user profile information and GPS coordinates, among others.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Garmin Connect IQ>=1.0.0<=4.1.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-23299?

    CVE-2023-23299 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-23299?

    To fix CVE-2023-23299, update your Garmin Connect IQ applications to versions beyond 4.1.7.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-23299?

    CVE-2023-23299 is a bypass vulnerability affecting the permission system in the GarminOS TVM component.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2023-23299?

    All applications developed using Garmin Connect IQ API versions 1.0.0 through 4.1.7 are affected by CVE-2023-23299.

  • What can an attacker do with CVE-2023-23299?

    An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-23299 to access restricted CIQ modules and potentially disclose sensitive data.

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