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Advisory Published
Advisory Published

ZDI-23-971: (Pwn2Own) Tesla Model 3 bcmdhd Out-Of-Bounds Write Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Tue Jul 18 2023(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected Tesla Model 3 vehicles. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute code on the wifi subsystem in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Tesla Model 3 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-23-971?

    The severity of ZDI-23-971 is considered high due to the potential for privilege escalation on affected Tesla Model 3 vehicles.

  • How do I fix ZDI-23-971?

    To fix ZDI-23-971, Tesla recommends applying the latest firmware updates to the Model 3 vehicle.

  • Who is affected by ZDI-23-971?

    Owners of Tesla Model 3 vehicles are affected by ZDI-23-971 if their vehicles have not been updated with the latest security patches.

  • How can attackers exploit ZDI-23-971?

    Attackers can exploit ZDI-23-971 by gaining access to the wifi subsystem and executing malicious code to escalate privileges.

  • What types of attacks are possible with ZDI-23-971?

    Possible attacks with ZDI-23-971 include local privilege escalation, which may allow an attacker to gain more control over the vehicle's systems.

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