CVE-2022-46401

Name: CVE-2022-46401
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-12-19T23:15:11.017+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.66%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-46401 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The Microchip RN4870 module firmware 1.43 (and the Microchip PIC LightBlue Explorer Demo 4.2 DT100112) accepts PauseEncReqPlainText before pairing is complete.. EPSS estimates a 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Microchip RN4870 module firmware 1.43 (and the Microchip PIC LightBlue Explorer Demo 4.2 DT100112) accepts PauseEncReqPlainText before pairing is complete.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.4/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L

EPSS Probability

0.66%

46.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microchip	Bm78 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Bm83 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Rn4870 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Rn4871 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Bm70 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Bm71 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Pic Lightblue Explorer Demo Firmware	4.2_dt100112
Microchip	Pic32cx1012bz25048 Firmware	All versions
Microchip	Wbz451 Firmware	All versions
Microchip	Rn4678 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Bm77 Firmware	1.43
Microchip	Bm64 Firmware	1.43

References

https://microchip.comProduct
https://www.computer.org/csdl/proceedings-article/sp/2023/933600a521/1He7Yja1AYMExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
https://www.computer.org/csdl/proceedings/sp/2023/1He7WWuJExGThird Party Advisory
https://www.microchip.com/en-us/products/wireless-connectivity/software-vulnerability-response/deviating-behaviors-in-bluetooth-leVendor Advisory
https://microchip.comProduct
https://www.computer.org/csdl/proceedings-article/sp/2023/933600a521/1He7Yja1AYMExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
https://www.computer.org/csdl/proceedings/sp/2023/1He7WWuJExGThird Party Advisory
https://www.microchip.com/en-us/products/wireless-connectivity/software-vulnerability-response/deviating-behaviors-in-bluetooth-leVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-46401?

The Microchip RN4870 module firmware 1.43 (and the Microchip PIC LightBlue Explorer Demo 4.2 DT100112) accepts PauseEncReqPlainText before pairing is complete.

How severe is CVE-2022-46401?

CVE-2022-46401 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-46401?

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-2022-46401?

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Source: NVD / NIST