Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in SWM341 CAN Handler by RT-Thread
CVE-2026-14606

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

RT-Thread

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 July 2026

Badges

๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-14606?

A vulnerability has been identified in the RT-Thread SWM341 CAN Handler up to version 5.0.2, specifically in the CAN_Receive function found in the CMSIS DeviceSupport library. This flaw allows for a stack-based buffer overflow, which can be exploited locally to manipulate the application's execution flow. Publicly available exploit techniques may facilitate potential attacks, highlighting the importance of prompt mitigation and response. Despite early notification, the vendor has not addressed this issue, increasing risks for affected users.

Affected Version(s)

RT-Thread 5.0.0

RT-Thread 5.0.1

RT-Thread 5.0.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

CVSS V4

Score:
8.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Zephyr Saxon (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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