CVE-2024-25196 Memory corruption in n/a

Low 3.3 Published 20 Feb 2024 Updated 15 Aug 2024

A buffer overflow in ROS2 Nav2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via a crafted YAML file.

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-2024-25196?

CVE-2024-25196 is a low-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Feb 2024. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Open Robotics Robotic Operating Sytstem 2 (ROS2) and Nav2 humble versions were discovered to contain a buffer overflow via the nav2_controller process. This vulnerability is triggerd via sending a crafted .yaml file.

Weakness: CWE-120

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-25196?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Opennav Nav2, Openrobotics Robot Operating System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-25196?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-25196 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-2024-25196 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-25196 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-g24h-xx4p-jc7j.