Integer overflow in NXP MCUXpresso SDK



Published: 2021-04-30
Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2021-27421
CWE-ID CWE-190
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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MCUXpresso SDK
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Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Integer overflow

EUVDB-ID: #VU52783

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-27421

CWE-ID: CWE-190 - Integer overflow

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to integer overflow in SDK_Malloc function. A remote attacker can pass specially crafted data to the application, trigger integer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

MCUXpresso SDK: before 2.8.2

External links

http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-119-04


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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