CVE-2024-29155: Denial of service on Microchip RN4870 devices

Published Oct 16, 2024
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Updated

On Microchip RN4870 devices, when more than one consecutive PairReqNoInputNoOutput request is received, the device becomes incapable of completing the pairing process. A third party can inject a second PairReqNoInputNoOutput request just after a real one, causing the pair request to be blocked.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microchip RN4870

Remediation

Information

Update to firmware version 1.44 or higher.

Event History

Oct 16, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:51 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-29155?

The severity of CVE-2024-29155 is rated as high due to the potential for an attacker to disrupt the pairing process of affected Microchip RN4870 devices.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-29155?

To fix CVE-2024-29155, users should update the firmware of their Microchip RN4870 devices to the latest version available from Microchip.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-29155?

CVE-2024-29155 specifically affects Microchip RN4870 devices that handle PairReqNoInputNoOutput requests.

4

What impact does CVE-2024-29155 have on device functionality?

CVE-2024-29155 can prevent the RN4870 device from completing the pairing process, potentially causing communication failures.

5

Is there any workaround for CVE-2024-29155?

Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2024-29155, making firmware updates the primary mitigation.

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