CVE-2023-33221

Heap Buffer Overflow when reading DESFire card

Description

When reading DesFire keys, the function that reads the card isn't properly checking the boundaries when copying internally the data received. This allows a heap based buffer overflow that could lead to a potential Remote Code Execution on the targeted device. This is especially problematic if you use Default DESFire key.

Categories

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.75% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory idemia.com
Affected: IDEMIA SIGMA Lite & Lite +
Affected: IDEMIA SIGMA Wide
Affected: IDEMIA SIGMA Extreme
Affected: IDEMIA MorphoWave Compact/XP
Affected: IDEMIA VisionPass
Affected: IDEMIA MorphoWave SP
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-33221?
CVE-2023-33221 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-33221?
To fix CVE-2023-33221, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-33221 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-33221 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-33221?
CVE-2023-33221 affects IDEMIA SIGMA Lite & Lite +, IDEMIA SIGMA Wide, IDEMIA SIGMA Extreme, IDEMIA MorphoWave Compact/XP, IDEMIA VisionPass, IDEMIA MorphoWave SP.
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