Vulnerability Description
Golioth Firmware SDK version 0.19.1 prior to 0.22.0, fixed in commit 0e788217, contain an out-of-bounds read due to improper null termination of a blockwise transfer path. blockwise_transfer_init() accepts a path whose length equals CONFIG_GOLIOTH_COAP_MAX_PATH_LEN and copies it using strncpy() without guaranteeing a trailing NUL byte, leaving ctx->path unterminated. A later strlen() on this buffer (in golioth_coap_client_get_internal()) can read past the end of the allocation, resulting in a crash/denial of service. The input is application-controlled (not network by default).
CVSS Score
LOW
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.secmate.dev/posts/golioth-vulnerabilities-disclosure/
- https://github.com/golioth/golioth-firmware-sdk/commit/0e788217ab4b61a7c1d9fadd1
- https://github.com/golioth/golioth-firmware-sdk/releases/tag/v0.22.0
- https://secmate.dev/disclosures/SECMATE-2025-0017
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/golioth-firmware-sdk-blockwise-transfer-pat
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-23749?
CVE-2026-23749 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.9 (LOW). Golioth Firmware SDK version 0.19.1 prior to 0.22.0, fixed in commit 0e788217, contain an out-of-bounds read due to improper null termination of a blockwise transfer path. blockwise_transfer_init() ac...
How severe is CVE-2026-23749?
CVE-2026-23749 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-23749?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.