CVE-2023-5779 can: out of bounds in remove_rx_filter function
An out-of-bounds write in the CAN remove_rx_filter function allows attackers to cause memory corruption, potentially leading to code execution or denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-5779?
CVE-2023-5779 is a medium-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Zephyrproject Zephyr, published on 18 Feb 2024. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
can: out of bounds in remove_rx_filter function
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-5779?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Zephyrproject Zephyr.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5779?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-5779 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-2023-5779 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-5779 in the wild and no public exploit code.
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Sources
Also known as GHSA-7cmj-963q-jj47.