CVE-2024-7542: (0Day) (Pwn2Own) oFono AT CMGR Command Uninitialized Variable Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Aug 5, 2024
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Updated

oFono AT CMGR 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+CMGR 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-23309.

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-2024-7542?

CVE-2024-7542 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-7542?

To mitigate CVE-2024-7542, update oFono to the latest version released by the oFono Project that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-7542?

CVE-2024-7542 affects installations of oFono version 1.34 and possibly others that utilize the AT CMGR command.

4

What kind of information can be disclosed due to CVE-2024-7542?

CVE-2024-7542 can lead to the disclosure of sensitive information present in the memory of the affected installation.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2024-7542?

Local attackers who have obtained code execution privileges on the target modem can exploit CVE-2024-7542.

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