Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
DroneScout ds230 devices can accept firmware from an HTTPS server without validating the server certificate. If an attacker can intercept the update connection, they could cause a vulnerable receiver to install malicious firmware and gain root control of the underlying Linux system.
Executive priority
Treat as high priority where ds230 receivers are operationally important. The issue is narrow in product scope, but compromise could give full device control. Prioritize inventory and vendor-confirmed remediation before routine update activity.
Technical view
CVE-2023-31190 is CWE-295 in the ds230 firmware update workflow. Affected firmware versions are reported from 20211210-1627 through 20230329-1042. The updater ignores TLS certificate validity for the firmware package download, allowing a suitably positioned network attacker to tamper with the update path.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to BlueMark Innovations DroneScout ds230 Remote ID receivers running the listed firmware range, especially where firmware updates occur over networks that could be intercepted or redirected.
Exploitation context
The bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or cited evidence of active exploitation. Exploitation requires a man-in-the-middle position, but successful abuse could provide administrative root privileges.
Researcher notes
The source evidence supports root-impact compromise through malicious firmware installation, but does not provide confirmed exploitation in the wild or a specific fixed version in the provided bundle. Avoid assuming broader DroneScout product impact without vendor evidence.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory ds230 receivers and record firmware versions.
- Check BlueMark firmware history and vendor guidance for fixed releases.
- Update vulnerable firmware only using vendor-approved procedures.
- Perform firmware updates from trusted, controlled networks.
- Reduce exposure to DNS or routing manipulation during updates.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether any ds230 runs firmware 20211210-1627 through 20230329-1042.
- Review update records for unexpected firmware changes.
- Verify the current firmware source against BlueMark release information.
- Assess whether update traffic could be intercepted on local networks.
- Monitor affected devices for unexpected configuration or executable changes.
Public sources used
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- High
- CVSS
- 8.1 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.25.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
8.1HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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Improper Certificate Validation
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