CVE-2024-23922

Sony XAV-AX5500 Insufficient Firmware Update Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Sony XAV-AX5500 Insufficient Firmware Update Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. 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 handling of software updates. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of software update packages. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the device. Was ZDI-CAN-22939

Category

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory sony.com
Affected: Sony XAV-AX5500
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-874/ third party advisory vdb entry
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/mobile-cd-players-digital-media-players-xav-series/xav-ax5500/software/00274156 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-23922?
CVE-2024-23922 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-23922?
To fix CVE-2024-23922, 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-2024-23922 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-23922 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-2024-23922?
CVE-2024-23922 affects Sony XAV-AX5500.
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