Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Bluetooth Low Energy Implementation for NXP Devices
CVE-2019-17519

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Nxp

Status
Mcuxpresso Software Development Kit
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 February 2020

What is CVE-2019-17519?

The Bluetooth Low Energy implementation in the NXP SDK prior to version 2.2.1 for KW41Z devices lacks restrictions on the Link Layer payload length. This oversight permits attackers within radio proximity to exploit the vulnerability by sending crafted packets, potentially leading to a buffer overflow condition. Such exploits could compromise device functionality and security, making it crucial for developers to implement patches and restrict packet lengths appropriately.

References

https://asset-group.github.io/disclosures/sweyntooth/
x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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