As the BSI is currently reporting, the IT security warning regarding a known vulnerability for Microsoft Azure RTOS has received an update. You can read here on news.de which operating systems and products are affected by the vulnerability.
The latest manufacturer recommendations regarding updates, workarounds and security patches for this vulnerability can be found here: GitHub Advisory Database – Azure RTOS (Stand: 29.06.2023).
Microsoft Azure RTOS Security Advisory – Risk: High
Risk level: 4 (high)
CVSS Base Score: 9,8
CVSS Temporal Score: 8,5
Remoteangriff: Ja
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) is used to assess the vulnerability of computer systems. The CVSS standard makes it possible to compare potential or actual security vulnerabilities based on various criteria in order to better prioritize countermeasures. The attributes “none”, “low”, “medium”, “high” and “critical” are used for the severity of a vulnerability. The base score assesses the prerequisites for an attack (including authentication, complexity, privileges, user interaction) and its consequences. The Temporal Score also takes into account changes over time with regard to the risk situation. According to the CVSS, the risk of the vulnerability discussed here is rated as “high” with a base score of 9.8.
Microsoft Azure RTOS Bug: Vulnerability allows code execution and DoS
Azure RTOS is a real-time operating system (RTOS) for IoT and edge devices powered by microcontroller units (MCUs).
A remote, anonymous attacker could exploit a vulnerability in Microsoft Azure RTOS to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
The vulnerability is identified with the unique CVE identification number (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) CVE-2022-36063 traded.
Systems affected by the vulnerability at a glance
operating system
Products
Microsoft Azure RTOS USBX
General recommendations for dealing with IT vulnerabilities
Users of the affected applications should keep them up to date. When security gaps become known, manufacturers are required to remedy them as quickly as possible by developing a patch or a workaround. If security patches are available, install them as soon as possible. For information, consult the sources listed in the next section. These often contain further information on the latest version of the software in question and the availability of security patches or tips on workarounds. If you have any further questions or are unsure, please contact your responsible administrator. IT security officers should regularly check when the IT security warning affected manufacturers makes a new security update available.
Manufacturer information on updates, patches and workarounds
At this point there are further links with information about bug reports, security fixes and workarounds.
GitHub Advisory Database – Azure RTOS vom 2023-06-29 (30.06.2023)
For more information, see:
Version history of this security alert
This is the initial version of this IT security notice for Microsoft Azure RTOS. As updates are announced, this text will be updated. You can read about changes or additions in this version history.
06/30/2023 – Initial version
+++ Editorial note: This text was created with AI support based on current BSI data. We accept feedback and comments at [email protected]. +++
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