Improper access control in BlueZ



Published: 2024-09-23
Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2024-8805
CWE-ID CWE-284
Exploitation vector Local network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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Vendor BlueZ Project

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU97651

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-8805

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the implementation of the HID over GATT Profile. A remote attacker on the local network can bypass implemented security restrictions and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

BlueZ: All versions

CPE2.3 External links

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1229/
http://patchwork.kernel.org/project/bluetooth/patch/20240912204458.3037144-1-luiz.dentz@gmail.com/


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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



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