CVE-2020-15486 Missing authorization in n/a
Attackers can access the GATT server without pairing to sniff or extract ECG data and compromise integrity via man-in-the-middle attacks.
- 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-2020-15486?
CVE-2020-15486 is a medium-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 26 Aug 2020. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
An issue was discovered on Dr Trust ECG Pen 2.00.08 devices. Because the Bluetooth LE support is implemented without a requirement for pairing or security, any attacker can access the GATT server of the device and can sniff the data being broadcasted while a measurement is being done. Also, saved data can also be extracted over a Bluetooth connection. In addition, an attacker can launch a man-in-the-middle attack against data integrity.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-15486?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Drtrust Electrocardiogram Pen Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15486?
No fix has been published for CVE-2020-15486 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2020-15486 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-15486 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-xvmj-frj8-3xq7.