vendor:
by:
Qnix
3.3
CVSS
LOW
Bluetooth vulnerability
200
CWE
Product Name:
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Patch Exists: NO
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CPE:
Platforms Tested: Symbian and Java mobile devices
2005
Nokia Bluetab Exploit
This exploit creates a file called bluetab.txt with the user's Bluetooth nickname. When the file is sent to a Nokia mobile device and the nickname is copied and pasted into the device's Bluetooth nickname, any mobile device that searches for and finds the nickname will restart. This exploit also works on many other Symbian and Java mobile devices.
Mitigation:
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should avoid opening or accepting files from unknown or untrusted sources. Additionally, keeping Bluetooth visibility to a minimum can reduce the risk of being targeted by this exploit.