CVE-2024-8805: BlueZ HID over GATT Profile Improper Access Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 17, 2024
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Updated

BlueZ HID over GATT Profile Improper Access Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of BlueZ. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the implementation of the HID over GATT Profile. The issue results from the lack of authorization prior to allowing access to functionality. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-25177.

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Launchpad

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
bluez bluez
bluez bluez=5.77
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1, <=5.10.234-1
6.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux-6.1 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1

Event History

Sep 17, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Nov 22, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 31, 2025
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·08:45 PM
Description
May 2, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·08:49 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8805?

CVE-2024-8805 has a critical severity due to the potential for remote code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8805?

To mitigate CVE-2024-8805, it is recommended to update BlueZ to version 5.78 or later where the vulnerability is patched.

3

What types of attacks can be carried out using CVE-2024-8805?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-8805 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the system.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-8805?

CVE-2024-8805 affects installations of BlueZ version 5.77, specifically those using the HID over GATT Profile.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-8805?

Authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2024-8805, making it particularly dangerous.

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