CVE-2023-20819

In CDMA PPP protocol, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check

Medium · published October 2, 2023

CVSS v3.1
6.7
EPSS
1%
Percentile
52.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A missing bounds check could open the door to privilege escalation in the CDMA PPP protocol. No need for user interaction — it’s just waiting to be exploited! Think of this like a faulty elevator that can take you to floors you shouldn't have access to, simply because it forgot to check your ID. If someone pushes the button, they could end up on the VIP floor without any permissions! This vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized actions within the system. While its severity is medium, the ease of exploitation makes it a sneaky threat that shouldn't be ignored!

Put simply

Think of this like a faulty elevator that can take you to floors you shouldn't have access to, simply because it forgot to check your ID. If someone pushes the button, they could end up on the VIP floor without any permissions! In the CDMA PPP protocol, an out-of-bounds write occurs due to a missing bounds check, enabling attackers to escalate privileges without needing additional execution rights. This means they can leverage this oversight to access restricted areas of the system.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized actions within the system. While its severity is medium, the ease of exploitation makes it a sneaky threat that shouldn't be ignored! To mitigate this vulnerability, apply the patch ID MOLY01068234 as soon as possible. Additionally, review and update your systems to ensure proper bounds checks are implemented where necessary. Staying proactive will help keep your environment secure! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll solidify your defenses and keep those sneaky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
6.7 · MEDIUM
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00684 · 52.0th percentile
Published
2023-10-02T02:05Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 OCT 02:05Z
    In CDMA PPP protocol, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check
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