CVE-2023-48691

Azure RTOS NetX Duo Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Azure RTOS NetX Duo is a TCP/IP network stack designed specifically for deeply embedded real-time and IoT applications. An attacker can cause an out-of-bounds write in Azure RTOS NETX Duo, that could lead to remote code execution. The affected components include process related to IGMP protocol in RTOS v6.2.1 and below. The fix has been included in NetX Duo release 6.3.0. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.34% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: azure-rtos netxduo
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/azure-rtos/netxduo/security/advisories/GHSA-fwmg-rj6g-w99p third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-48691?
CVE-2023-48691 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-48691?
To fix CVE-2023-48691, 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-2023-48691 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-48691 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-48691?
CVE-2023-48691 affects azure-rtos netxduo.
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