CVE-2006-6898 Information disclosure in n/a

High 7.8 Published 8 Jan 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can eavesdrop on and record Bluetooth conversations via the Widcomm Bluetooth for Windows software.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2006-6898?

CVE-2006-6898 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Jan 2007. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Widcomm Bluetooth for Windows (BTW) before 4.0.1.1500 allows remote attackers to listen to and record conversations, aka the CarWhisperer attack.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-6898?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Broadcom Widcomm Bluetooth.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6898?

No fix has been published for CVE-2006-6898 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2006-6898 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2006-6898 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-8wvq-229q-3j9g.