CVE-2021-23908 Memory corruption in n/a

Low 2.9 Published Updated

A type confusion vulnerability in the HiQnet Protocol allows remote code execution on Mercedes-Benz MBUX Infotainment systems.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2021-23908?

CVE-2021-23908 is a low-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 May 2021. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

An issue was discovered in the Headunit NTG6 in the MBUX Infotainment System on Mercedes-Benz vehicles through 2021. A type confusion issue affects MultiSvSetAttributes in the HiQnet Protocol, leading to remote code execution.

Weakness: CWE-843

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-23908?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Mercedes-Benz Headunit Ntg6 Mercedes-Benz User Experience.

How do I fix CVE-2021-23908?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-23908 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2021-23908 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-23908 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-r57j-hvj5-9m8v.

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