CVE-2019-13053 : Security Advisory and Response

Logitech Unifying devices are vulnerable to keystroke injection, allowing attackers to bypass encryption by exploiting a specific key combination. This vulnerability stems from an incomplete fix for CVE-2016-10761.

Understanding CVE-2019-13053

Logitech Unifying devices can be manipulated to inject keystrokes, compromising encryption.

What is CVE-2019-13053?

Keystroke injection vulnerability in Logitech Unifying devices enables attackers to bypass encryption by using a specific key combination.

The Impact of CVE-2019-13053

Allows attackers to intercept cryptographic data over Radio Frequency
Exploits an incomplete resolution for CVE-2016-10761

Technical Details of CVE-2019-13053

Logitech Unifying devices are susceptible to keystroke injection attacks, compromising encryption.

Vulnerability Description

Attackers can bypass encryption by pressing a specific key combination
Vulnerability arises from incomplete resolution for CVE-2016-10761

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker presses a specific key combination to inject keystrokes
Intercepting cryptographic data transmitted over Radio Frequency

Mitigation and Prevention

Taking immediate steps and implementing long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the CVE-2019-13053 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable Logitech Unifying devices when not in use
Regularly monitor for suspicious activities on the network

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep devices and software up to date
Implement strong encryption protocols

Patching and Updates

Check for firmware updates from Logitech to address the vulnerability