CVE-2022-0553
MEDIUMCVSS 4.6/10EPSS 0.28%
Last modified
CVE-2022-0553 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.6/10 on the CVSS scale. There is no check to see if slot 0 is being uploaded from the device to the host. When using encrypted images this means the unencrypted firmware can be retrieved easily.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
There is no check to see if slot 0 is being uploaded from the device to the host. When using encrypted images this means the unencrypted firmware can be retrieved easily.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zephyrproject | Zephyr | < 3.0.0 |
References
- https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/security/advisories/GHSA-wrj2-9vj9-rrcpExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/security/advisories/GHSA-wrj2-9vj9-rrcpExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-0553?
There is no check to see if slot 0 is being uploaded from the device to the host. When using encrypted images this means the unencrypted firmware can be retrieved easily.
How severe is CVE-2022-0553?
CVE-2022-0553 has a CVSS score of 4.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0553?
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.
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