Vulnerability identifier: #VU59330

Vulnerability 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-2021-21901

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Garrett Metal Detectors iC Module CMA
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor: Garrett Metal Detectors

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the CMA check_udp_crc function. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted packet, trigger memory corruption 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

Garrett Metal Detectors iC Module CMA: 5.0

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External links
http://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2021-1353

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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.