REDHAT-BUG-2278962: Medium severity suse bluez vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

BlueZ Audio Profile AVRCP parsemediafolder Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to disclose sensitive information via Bluetooth on affected installations of BlueZ. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must connect to a malicious device.

The specific flaw exists within the handling of the AVRCP protocol. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-20854.

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1905/

Affected Software

1 affected component
bluez bluez

Event History

May 3, 2024
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·07:04 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2278962?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2278962 is significant as it allows for information disclosure via an Out-Of-Bounds read.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2278962?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2278962, you should apply the latest security update provided for the BlueZ package.

3

Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2278962?

Devices and systems running vulnerable versions of BlueZ are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2278962.

4

What kind of attack can exploit REDHAT-BUG-2278962?

REDHAT-BUG-2278962 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers via Bluetooth with user interaction required.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-2278962?

The nature of the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-2278962 is an Out-Of-Bounds read that can lead to information disclosure.

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