CVE-2023-34401: Low severity Mercedes-Benz Headunit Ntg6 Mercedes-benz User Experience vulnerability

Published Feb 13, 2025
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Updated

Mercedes-Benz head-unit NTG6 contains functions to import or export profile settings over USB. Inside profile folder there is a file, which is encoded with proprietary UD2 codec. Due to missed size checks in the enapsulate file, attacker can achieve Out-of-Bound Read in heap memory.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Mercedes-Benz Headunit Ntg6 Mercedes-benz User Experience<=2021

Event History

Feb 13, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-34401?

CVE-2023-34401 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for an attacker to exploit Out-of-Bound Read in heap memory.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-34401?

To mitigate CVE-2023-34401, ensure that your Mercedes-Benz head-unit NTG6 is updated to the latest available software version provided by the manufacturer.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-34401?

CVE-2023-34401 specifically affects the Mercedes-Benz head-unit NTG6 with versions up to and including 2021.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2023-34401 on vehicle security?

The impact of CVE-2023-34401 includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive data associated with user profiles, increasing risks of privacy breaches.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-34401?

Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2023-34401, and the best course of action is to apply the appropriate software updates.

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