CVE-2022-33219

Integer Overflow to Buffer Overflow in Automotive

Critical · published January 6, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.3
EPSS
0%
Percentile
2.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 One tiny miscalculation could lead to catastrophic results! An integer overflow in your automotive software can turn into a memory corruption disaster. 🔥 Think of it like overfilling a water balloon: one small misstep can cause it to burst, spilling water everywhere — in this case, it could lead to system instability or crashes in your vehicle. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate memory, potentially causing the vehicle's software to crash or behave unpredictably. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, ranging from loss of control to safety system failures while driving.

Put simply

Think of it like overfilling a water balloon: one small misstep can cause it to burst, spilling water everywhere — in this case, it could lead to system instability or crashes in your vehicle. This vulnerability arises from an integer overflow during the registration of a new listener with a shared buffer, leading to a buffer overflow that corrupts memory.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate memory, potentially causing the vehicle's software to crash or behave unpredictably. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, ranging from loss of control to safety system failures while driving. Immediate action is essential: ensure your automotive software is updated to incorporate the latest patches. Consult your vendor for the fixed version and implement any additional security protocols recommended by the manufacturer. You've got this! With quick action, you'll keep the wheels turning smoothly and maintain safety on the roads! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00137 · 2.9th percentile
Published
2023-01-06T05:02Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 JAN 05:02Z
    Integer Overflow to Buffer Overflow in Automotive
    cvelistv5