CVE-2023-4424: bt: hci: DoS and possible RCE
First published: Tue Nov 21 2023(Updated: )
An malicious BLE device can cause buffer overflow by sending malformed advertising packet BLE device using Zephyr OS, leading to DoS or potential RCE on the victim BLE device.
Credit: vulnerabilities@zephyrproject.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zephyrproject Zephyr | <=3.4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-4424?
CVE-2023-4424 is a vulnerability that allows a malicious BLE device to cause a buffer overflow in Zephyr OS, potentially leading to denial of service (DoS) or remote code execution (RCE) on the victim BLE device.
How does CVE-2023-4424 affect Zephyr OS?
CVE-2023-4424 affects Zephyr OS versions up to and including 3.4.0.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2023-4424?
The potential consequences of CVE-2023-4424 include denial of service (DoS) or potential remote code execution (RCE) on the victim BLE device.
How can I fix the CVE-2023-4424 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2023-4424 vulnerability, it is recommended to update Zephyr OS to a version higher than 3.4.0.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-4424?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-4424 in the Zephyr OS security advisory: [link](https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/security/advisories/GHSA-j4qm-xgpf-qjw3)
- collector/mitre-cve
- collector/nvd-api
- vendor/zephyrproject
- canonical/zephyrproject zephyr
- version/zephyrproject zephyr/3.4.0