LOW
CVE-2021-3588
CWE-125Published: June 10, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
3.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The cli_feat_read_cb() function in src/gatt-database.c does not perform bounds checks on the 'offset' variable before using it as an index into an array for reading.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-3588 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.Low
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
bluez1 product(s)
bluez
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://github.com/bluez/bluez/issues/70Exploit · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202209-16Third Party Advisory
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https://github.com/bluez/bluez/issues/70Exploit · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202209-16Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2021-3588
CVSS Score3.3 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-125
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJun 10, 2021
Related CVEs (CWE-125)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-3588 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.