CVE-2024-47248

Apache NimBLE: Buffer overflow in NimBLE MESH Bluetooth stack

Description

Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow') vulnerability in Apache NimBLE. Specially crafted MESH message could result in memory corruption when non-default build configuration is used. This issue affects Apache NimBLE: through 1.7.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.8.0, which fixes the issue.

References

Link	Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/z8m7jqh54xybf9kz8q2l3tz92zsj7tmz	vendor advisory
https://github.com/apache/mynewt-nimble/commit/4f75c0b3b466186beff40e8489870c6cee076aaa	patch
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/11/26/2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-47248?: CVE-2024-47248 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-47248?: To fix CVE-2024-47248, 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-2024-47248 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-47248 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-2024-47248?: CVE-2024-47248 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache NimBLE.

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Description

Category

CWE-120 – Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')

References

Frequently Asked Questions