Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected Tesla vehicles. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the bcmdhd driver. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-17544.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla | Model 3 Firmware | < 2022.28 |
| Tesla | Model 3 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1407/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1407/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-42431?
CVE-2022-42431 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected Tesla vehicles. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute privileged code on the target system in order to explo...
How severe is CVE-2022-42431?
CVE-2022-42431 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-42431?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tesla Model 3 Firmware, Tesla Model 3.