#VU97651 Improper access control in BlueZ - CVE-2024-8805

 

#VU97651 Improper access control in BlueZ - CVE-2024-8805

Published: September 23, 2024 / Updated: December 11, 2024


Vulnerability identifier: #VU97651
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-8805
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Adjecent network
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
BlueZ
Software 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 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.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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