CVE-2023-45840
CVSS 3.1 Score 8.1 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2023-45840 is a data integrity vulnerability affecting the package hash checking functionality in Buildroot 2023.08.1 and dev commit 622698d7847. A man-in-the-middle attacker can exploit this issue, leading to arbitrary command execution in the builder. This vulnerability specifically relates to the `riscv64-elf-toolchain` package. Attackers can potentially manipulate the package hashes during the update or installation process, bypassing the intended security checks. Successful exploitation can result in compromising the entire system. It is crucial for users to apply the necessary patches or updates to mitigate this risk.
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