CVE-2023-2686: Buffer Overflow

Published Jun 15, 2023
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Updated

Buffer overflow in Wi-Fi Commissioning MicriumOS example in Silicon Labs Gecko SDK v4.2.3 or earlier allows connected device to write payload onto the stack.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Silabs Gecko Software Development Kit<=4.2.3

Event History

Jun 15, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-2686?

CVE-2023-2686 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Wi-Fi Commissioning MicriumOS example in Silicon Labs Gecko SDK v4.2.3 or earlier.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-2686?

CVE-2023-2686 has a severity rating of critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-2686?

Silicon Labs Gecko SDK versions up to and including 4.2.3 are affected by CVE-2023-2686.

4

How can a connected device exploit CVE-2023-2686?

A connected device can exploit CVE-2023-2686 by writing a payload onto the stack.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-2686?

Yes, updating to a version later than 4.2.3 of Silicon Labs Gecko SDK fixes the CVE-2023-2686 vulnerability.

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