#VU54202 Improper access control in BlueZ - CVE-2021-0129

Vulnerability identifier: #VU54202

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.5 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-0129

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
BlueZ
Universal components / Libraries / Libraries used by multiple products

Vendor: BlueZ Project

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote authenticated attacker on the local network can bypass implemented security restrictions and enable information disclosure

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

BlueZ: 5.0 - 5.56

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External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00517.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

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

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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