CVE-2024-37603: Medium severity mercedes-benz headunit ntg6 vulnerability

Published Feb 13, 2025
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Mercedes Benz NTG (New Telematics Generation) 6. A possible type confusion exists in the user data import/export function of NTG 6 head units. To perform this attack, local access to the USB interface of the car is needed. With prepared data, an attacker can cause the User-Data service to fail. The failed service instance will restart automatically.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Mercedes Benz NTG 6
Mercedes-Benz Headunit Ntg6 Mercedes-benz User Experience=2021

Event History

Feb 13, 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-2024-37603?

CVE-2024-37603 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access through the user data import/export function in NTG 6 head units.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-37603?

To mitigate CVE-2024-37603, ensure that all firmware updates for the Mercedes Benz NTG 6 head units are applied promptly and disable any unnecessary USB functionality.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-37603?

CVE-2024-37603 affects vehicles equipped with the Mercedes Benz NTG 6 head unit, specifically targeting the USB interface functionality.

4

What kind of attack can occur due to CVE-2024-37603?

An attacker with local access can exploit CVE-2024-37603 through prepared malicious data to potentially manipulate user data.

5

Is remote access required to exploit CVE-2024-37603?

No, remote access is not required for CVE-2024-37603; physical access to the vehicle's USB interface is necessary for exploitation.

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