CVE-2023-51592

BlueZ Audio Profile AVRCP parse_media_folder Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Description

BlueZ Audio Profile AVRCP parse_media_folder 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.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Affected: BlueZ BlueZ
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Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-51592?
CVE-2023-51592 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-51592?
To fix CVE-2023-51592, 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-2023-51592 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-51592 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-51592?
CVE-2023-51592 affects BlueZ BlueZ.
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