CVE-2024-8805

BlueZ HID over GATT Profile Improper Access Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

BlueZ HID over GATT Profile Improper Access Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of BlueZ. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the implementation of the HID over GATT Profile. The issue results from the lack of authorization prior to allowing access to functionality. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-25177.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.31%
Third-Party Advisory zerodayinitiative.com
Affected: BlueZ BlueZ
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1229/ third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8805?
CVE-2024-8805 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8805?
To fix CVE-2024-8805, 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-2024-8805 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-8805 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-2024-8805?
CVE-2024-8805 affects BlueZ BlueZ.
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