CVE-2026-38971: n/a
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in ardupilot through Plane-4.6.3 within the GCS_MAVLINK::handle_serial_control() function in the GCS_serial_control.cpp file. This issue could potentially lead to unexpected behavior or crashes when processing serial control messages. No patch or official remediation information is currently available. There is no evidence of exploitation in the wild at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-38971 identifies an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in ardupilot versions up to Plane-4.6.3, specifically in the GCS_MAVLINK::handle_serial_control() function located in libraries/GCS_MAVLink/GCS_serial_control.cpp. The vulnerability involves reading memory outside the intended bounds, which may cause application instability or information disclosure. No CVSS score or detailed impact metrics are provided, and no official remediation or patch has been documented.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could lead to application crashes or unintended memory reads when handling serial control messages in affected versions of ardupilot. There is no confirmed exploitation in the wild, and the exact impact on confidentiality, integrity, or availability is not detailed in the available information.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently available.
CVE-2026-38971: n/a
Description
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in ardupilot through Plane-4.6.3 within the GCS_MAVLINK::handle_serial_control() function in the GCS_serial_control.cpp file. This issue could potentially lead to unexpected behavior or crashes when processing serial control messages. No patch or official remediation information is currently available. There is no evidence of exploitation in the wild at this time.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-38971 identifies an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in ardupilot versions up to Plane-4.6.3, specifically in the GCS_MAVLINK::handle_serial_control() function located in libraries/GCS_MAVLink/GCS_serial_control.cpp. The vulnerability involves reading memory outside the intended bounds, which may cause application instability or information disclosure. No CVSS score or detailed impact metrics are provided, and no official remediation or patch has been documented.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could lead to application crashes or unintended memory reads when handling serial control messages in affected versions of ardupilot. There is no confirmed exploitation in the wild, and the exact impact on confidentiality, integrity, or availability is not detailed in the available information.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a46cf5c27e9c7971910b60e
Added to database: 07/02/2026, 20:51:40 UTC
Last enriched: 07/02/2026, 20:59:29 UTC
Last updated: 07/03/2026, 00:48:28 UTC
Views: 6
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