NULL Pointer Dereference in computeControl() Potentially Affects ROS2 Navigation
CVE-2024-44853

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Open Robotics

Status
Robot Operating System
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 December 2024

What is CVE-2024-44853?

The vulnerability involves a NULL pointer dereference in the computeControl() method of Open Robotics’ Robotic Operating System 2 Navigation2, specifically in version humble. This flaw could potentially allow attackers to exploit the navigation system, leading to unexpected behavior or system crashes. It emphasizes the importance of thorough code review and testing to mitigate such vulnerabilities in robotic operating systems.

References

https://github.com/GoesM/ROS-CVE-CNVDs
https://github.com/ros-navigation/navigation2/issues/4547
https://github.com/ros-navigation/navigation2/pull/4548

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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