3.3
CWE
457 908
EPSS
0.046%
Advisory Published
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-7540: (0Day) (Pwn2Own) oFono AT CMGL Command Uninitialized Variable Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Mon Aug 05 2024(Updated: )

oFono AT CMGL Command Uninitialized Variable Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information 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+CMGL commands. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-23307.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
oFono oFono
Ofono Project Ofono=1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-7540?

    CVE-2024-7540 has been assigned a high severity rating due to potential sensitive information disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-7540?

    To fix CVE-2024-7540, update to the latest version of oFono that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-7540?

    CVE-2024-7540 affects installations of oFono version 1.34 where local attackers can execute code.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-7540?

    CVE-2024-7540 can be exploited by local attackers who execute code on the target modem to access sensitive information.

  • What does CVE-2024-7540 involve?

    CVE-2024-7540 involves an uninitialized variable in the oFono AT CMGL command that leads to information disclosure.

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