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CVE-2018-9320: BMW infotainment head unit can be compromised via USB
CVE-2018-9320 · published 8 years ago
Summary
The head unit firmware in certain BMW models built between 2012 and 2018 can be accessed by someone who plugs a malicious USB device into the car. An attacker with physical access could run code that may affect the vehicle's infotainment functions or other systems. Owners should ensure only trusted USB devices are used and consider updating the head unit firmware if a fix is available.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| bmw | head_unit_hu_nbt_firmware |
All versions
cpe:2.3:o:bmw:head_unit_hu_nbt_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
The Head Unit HU_NBT (aka Infotainment) component on BMW i Series, BMW X Series, BMW 3 Series, BMW 5 Series, and BMW 7 Series vehicles produced in 2012 through 2018 allows a local attack when a USB...
The Head Unit HU_NBT (aka Infotainment) component on BMW i Series, BMW X Series, BMW 3 Series, BMW 5 Series, and BMW 7 Series vehicles produced in 2012 through 2018 allows a local attack when a USB device is plugged in.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104258 Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
- https://keenlab.tencent.com/en/Experimental_Security_Assessment_of_BMW_Cars_by_K... Exploit Third Party Advisory
- https://www.theregister.co.uk/2018/05/23/bmw_security_bugs/ Third Party Advisory
Internet-facing
14 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
- Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Type
CWE-693Protection Mechanism Failure
Timeline
Published31 May 2018
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2018-9320 · NVD
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