Vulnerability Description
Mobile Devices (aka MDI) C4 OBD-II dongles with firmware 2.x and 3.4.x, as used in Metromile Pulse and other products, do not validate firmware updates, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by specifying an update server.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Devices | C4 Obd-Ii Dongle Firmware | <= 3.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/209512Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.usenix.org/conference/woot15/workshop-program/presentation/foster
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/209512Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.usenix.org/conference/woot15/workshop-program/presentation/foster
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-2908?
CVE-2015-2908 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.0 (HIGH). Mobile Devices (aka MDI) C4 OBD-II dongles with firmware 2.x and 3.4.x, as used in Metromile Pulse and other products, do not validate firmware updates, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitr...
How severe is CVE-2015-2908?
CVE-2015-2908 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-2908?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mobile Devices C4 Obd-Ii Dongle Firmware.