CVE-2024-7538: (0Day) (Pwn2Own) oFono CUSD AT Command Stack-based Buffer Overflow Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 5, 2024
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Updated

oFono CUSD AT Command Stack-based Buffer Overflow Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of oFono. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute code on the target modem in order to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the parsing of responses from AT Commands. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-23190.

Affected Software

2 affected components
oFono oFono
Ofono Project Ofono=1.34

Event History

Aug 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:53 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 25, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·11:41 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·11:41 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-7538?

CVE-2024-7538 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-7538?

To fix CVE-2024-7538, upgrade to the latest version of oFono that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-7538?

CVE-2024-7538 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability affecting oFono.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-7538?

CVE-2024-7538 affects installations of oFono version 1.34.

5

Can CVE-2024-7538 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2024-7538 requires local access to exploit, as an attacker must execute code on the modem.

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