CVE-2024-38910

Summary

CVE-2024-38910 is a newly identified vulnerability affecting Open Robotics Robotic Operating System 2 (ROS2) and Nav2 humble version. This issue involves a use-after-free bug in the nav2_amcl process. The flaw can be triggered by sending a request to modify dynamic parameters, potentially leading to memory corruption and unintended program behavior. Successful exploitation may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to serious system compromise. Users are advised to update their ROS2 and Nav2 installations to a patched version as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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