CVE-2024-2214

Missing array size check in _Mtxinit() in the Xtensa port

Description

In Eclipse ThreadX before version 6.4.0, the _Mtxinit() function in the Xtensa port was missing an array size check causing a memory overwrite. The affected file was ports/xtensa/xcc/src/tx_clib_lock.c

Category

7.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: Eclipse Foundation ThreadX
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/eclipse-threadx/threadx/security/advisories/GHSA-vmp6-qhp9-r66x patch vendor advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/May/35 mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/05/28/1 mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2214?
CVE-2024-2214 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-2214?
To fix CVE-2024-2214, 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-2024-2214 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-2214 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-2024-2214?
CVE-2024-2214 affects Eclipse Foundation ThreadX.
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