CVE-2023-37036: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Jan 21, 2025
·
Updated

A Null pointer dereference vulnerability in the Mobile Management Entity (MME) in Magma <= 1.8.0 (fixed in v1.9 commit 08472ba98b8321f802e95f5622fa90fec2dea486) allows network-adjacent attackers to crash the MME via an S1AP Uplink NAS Transport packet missing an expected ENBUES1APID field.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Magma Mobile Management Entity<=1.8.0
linuxfoundation Magma<=1.8.0

Event History

Jan 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-37036?

CVE-2023-37036 has been categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on the Mobile Management Entity (MME).

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-37036?

To fix CVE-2023-37036, upgrade the Magma Mobile Management Entity to version 1.9 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What allows exploitation of CVE-2023-37036?

CVE-2023-37036 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers sending an S1AP 'Uplink NAS Transport' packet that lacks the required 'ENB_UE_S1AP_ID' field.

4

Which versions of Magma are affected by CVE-2023-37036?

CVE-2023-37036 affects all versions of Magma Mobile Management Entity up to and including version 1.8.0.

5

What system component is compromised by CVE-2023-37036?

CVE-2023-37036 compromises the Mobile Management Entity (MME) within the Magma system, leading to a null pointer dereference.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203