CVE-2024-2212: Integer wraparounds, under-allocations, and heap buffer overflows in Eclipse ThreadX xQueueCreate() and xQueueCreateSet()

Published Mar 26, 2024
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Updated

In Eclipse ThreadX before 6.4.0, xQueueCreate() and xQueueCreateSet() functions from the FreeRTOS compatibility API (utility/rtoscompatibilitylayers/FreeRTOS/txfreertos.c) were missing parameter checks. This could lead to integer wraparound, under-allocations and heap buffer overflows.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Eclipse ThreadX<6.4.0
Eclipse ThreadX<6.4.0

Event History

Mar 26, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:58 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2212?

CVE-2024-2212 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential for integer wraparound and subsequent heap buffer overflows.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-2212?

To fix CVE-2024-2212, upgrade Eclipse ThreadX to version 6.4.0 or later where the parameter checks in xQueueCreate() and xQueueCreateSet() have been implemented.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2024-2212?

CVE-2024-2212 affects Eclipse ThreadX versions prior to 6.4.0.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-2212?

The risks associated with CVE-2024-2212 include potential memory corruption and application crashes due to heap buffer issues.

5

When was CVE-2024-2212 disclosed?

CVE-2024-2212 was disclosed in May 2024.

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