ZDI-CAN-23185: ZDI-24-876: (Pwn2Own) Sony XAV-AX5500 USB Configuration Descriptor Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jun 21, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows physically present attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Sony XAV-AX5500 devices. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the USB host driver. A crafted USB configuration descriptor can trigger an overflow of a fixed-length buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the device.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows physically present attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Sony XAV-AX5500 devices. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 6.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2024-23972.

ZDI

Affected Software

1 affected component
Sony XAV-AX5500

Event History

Jun 21, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Sep 23, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:31 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-23185?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-23185 is high due to the potential for arbitrary code execution without requiring authentication.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-23185?

To fix ZDI-CAN-23185, ensure that your Sony XAV-AX5500 device firmware is updated to the latest version provided by Sony.

3

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-23185?

ZDI-CAN-23185 is a vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution via the USB host driver on affected Sony XAV-AX5500 devices.

4

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-23185?

The vulnerability ZDI-CAN-23185 affects all users with Sony XAV-AX5500 devices where the flaw exists in the USB host driver.

5

Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-CAN-23185?

No, authentication is not required to exploit the vulnerability ZDI-CAN-23185, making it accessible to physically present attackers.

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