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The vulnerability is found in the 'dynparam' command-line tool of the Robot Operating System (ROS). This tool is used for getting, setting, and deleting parameters of a dynamically configurable node. The issue arises from the use of the yaml.load() function in the 'set' and 'get' verbs, which allows for the creation of arbitrary Python objects. This flaw can be exploited by a local or remote user to craft and execute arbitrary Python code. The affected ROS distributions include Noetic Ninjemys, Melodic Morenia, Kinetic Kame, and Indigo Igloo. The issue has been fixed for ROS Noetic via commit 3d93ac13603438323d7e9fa74e879e45c5fe2e8e.
Overview
The vulnerability is classified as a high severity issue with a CVSS base score of 8.4. It is categorized under CWE-502 (Deserialization of Untrusted Data) and CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation). The vulnerability was discovered externally and credited to Florencia Cabral Berenfus from the Ubuntu Robotics Team.
Remediation
The issue has been fixed for ROS Noetic via commit 3d93ac13603438323d7e9fa74e879e45c5fe2e8e. Users of the affected ROS distributions are advised to update to the latest version or apply the necessary patches to mitigate the risk.
References
The vulnerability is documented in the following link: https://github.com/ros/dynamic_reconfigure/pull/202
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
