SB2021032316 - Remote code execution in QEMU SDHCI controller emulation



SB2021032316 - Remote code execution in QEMU SDHCI controller emulation

Published: March 23, 2021 Updated: October 20, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2021032316
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Out-of-bounds write (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-3409)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the SDHCI controller emulation code. A remote user on the guest OS can trigger an out-of-bounds write and execute arbitrary code on QEMU host.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.