Buffer Overflow in MOOS ui-moos

Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a buffer overflow in MOOS ui-moos through version 50b9c6c. It occurs in ScopeTabPane.cpp and ScopeGrid.cpp where client and variable names are formatted into fixed 1024-byte buffers using sprintf without length validation. Attackers can exploit this by providing long MOOS identifiers that overflow the buffers when an operator selects process list entries or pokes variables, potentially leading to code execution.

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Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking for the MOOS ui-moos software version and inspecting for buffer overflow conditions in ScopeTabPane.cpp and ScopeGrid.cpp. No specific commands are provided in the context.

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Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on systems running vulnerable versions of MOOS ui-moos. If exploited, it could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, system compromise, or disruption of services. Users should update to a patched version immediately to mitigate risks.

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Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations must address this flaw to avoid potential legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust due to non-compliance with data protection standards.

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Mitigation Strategies

Immediate mitigation steps include updating MOOS ui-moos to a patched version, restricting network access to the MOOS application, and monitoring for unusual process activity or buffer overflow attempts.

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