What is the severity of CVE-2023-48698?

CVE-2023-48698 is considered critical as it allows remote code execution due to pointer dereference vulnerabilities.

How do I fix CVE-2023-48698?

To mitigate CVE-2023-48698, upgrade to Azure RTOS USBX version 6.3.0 or later.

What are the affected components in CVE-2023-48698?

CVE-2023-48698 affects the Azure RTOS USBX functions responsible for USB host and device operations.

Can CVE-2023-48698 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-48698 can be exploited remotely due to its nature as a remote code execution vulnerability.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-48698?

Currently, the recommended solution for CVE-2023-48698 is to upgrade to a patched version rather than relying on a workaround.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-48698

critical

9.8

CWE

754 825

5/12/2023

27/11/2024

CVE-2023-48698: Azure RTOS USBX Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Dec 05 2023(Updated: )

Azure RTOS USBX is a USB host, device, and on-the-go (OTG) embedded stack, that is fully integrated with Azure RTOS ThreadX. An attacker can cause remote code execution due to expired pointer dereference vulnerabilities in Azure RTOS USBX. The affected components include functions/processes in host stack and host classes, related to device linked classes, GSER and HID in RTOS v6.2.1 and below. The fixes have been included in USBX release 6.3.0. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Credit: security-advisories@github.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Azure RTOS	<6.3.0

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Reference Links

https://github.com/azure-rtos/usbx/security/advisories/GHSA-grhp-f66q-x857

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-48698?
CVE-2023-48698 is considered critical as it allows remote code execution due to pointer dereference vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2023-48698?
To mitigate CVE-2023-48698, upgrade to Azure RTOS USBX version 6.3.0 or later.
What are the affected components in CVE-2023-48698?
CVE-2023-48698 affects the Azure RTOS USBX functions responsible for USB host and device operations.
Can CVE-2023-48698 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-48698 can be exploited remotely due to its nature as a remote code execution vulnerability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-48698?
Currently, the recommended solution for CVE-2023-48698 is to upgrade to a patched version rather than relying on a workaround.

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