CVE-2024-47249

Apache NimBLE: Lack of input sanitization leading to out-of-bound reads in multiple advertisement handler

Description

Improper Validation of Array Index vulnerability in Apache NimBLE. Lack of input validation for HCI events from controller could result in out-of-bound memory corruption and crash. This issue requires broken or bogus Bluetooth controller and thus severity is considered low. This issue affects Apache NimBLE: through 1.7.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.8.0, which fixes the issue.

Category

5.0
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache NimBLE
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/7ckxw6481dp68ons627pjcb27c75n0mq vendor advisory
https://github.com/apache/mynewt-nimble/commit/f39330866a85fa4de49246e9d21334bc8d14f0a1 patch
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/11/26/3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-47249?
CVE-2024-47249 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-47249?
To fix CVE-2024-47249, 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-2024-47249 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-47249 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-2024-47249?
CVE-2024-47249 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache NimBLE.
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