CVE-2018-16523
UnknownEPSS 2.06%
Last modified
CVE-2018-16523 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Amazon Web Services (AWS) FreeRTOS through 1.3.1, FreeRTOS up to V10.0.1 (with FreeRTOS+TCP), and WITTENSTEIN WHIS Connect middleware TCP/IP component allow division by zero in prvCheckOptions.. EPSS estimates a 2.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) FreeRTOS through 1.3.1, FreeRTOS up to V10.0.1 (with FreeRTOS+TCP), and WITTENSTEIN WHIS Connect middleware TCP/IP component allow division by zero in prvCheckOptions.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Amazon Web Services Freertos | <= 1.3.1 |
| Amazon | Freertos | <= 10.0.1 |
References
- https://blog.zimperium.com/freertos-tcpip-stack-vulnerabilities-details/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/aws/amazon-freertos/blob/v1.3.2/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.zimperium.com/freertos-tcpip-stack-vulnerabilities-details/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/aws/amazon-freertos/blob/v1.3.2/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-16523?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) FreeRTOS through 1.3.1, FreeRTOS up to V10.0.1 (with FreeRTOS+TCP), and WITTENSTEIN WHIS Connect middleware TCP/IP component allow division by zero in prvCheckOptions.
How severe is CVE-2018-16523?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16523 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16523?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-16523?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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