CVE-2023-33248: High severity Amazon Alexa vulnerability

Published May 24, 2023
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Updated

Amazon Alexa software version 8960323972 on Echo Dot 2nd generation and 3rd generation devices potentially allows attackers to deliver security-relevant commands via an audio signal between 16 and 22 kHz (often outside the range of human adult hearing). Commands at these frequencies are essentially never spoken by authorized actors, but a substantial fraction of the commands are successful.

Affected Software

6 affected components
All of the following
Amazon Alexa=8960323972
Any of the following
Amazon Echo Dot
Amazon Echo Dot
Amazon Alexa=8960323972
Amazon Echo Dot
Amazon Echo Dot

Event History

May 24, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-33248.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-33248?

The severity of CVE-2023-33248 is high.

3

What is the affected software?

The affected software is Amazon Alexa software version 8960323972 on Echo Dot 2nd generation and 3rd generation devices.

4

How can attackers exploit this vulnerability?

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by delivering security-relevant commands via an audio signal between 16 and 22 kHz, often outside the range of human adult hearing.

5

Are there any fixes available for CVE-2023-33248?

There is no specific fix available for CVE-2023-33248 at this time, but it is recommended to keep your Amazon Alexa software up to date.

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