CVE-2016-7428
UnknownEPSS 3.91%
Last modified
CVE-2016-7428 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ntpd in NTP before 4.2.8p9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reject broadcast mode packets) via the poll interval in a broadcast packet.. EPSS estimates a 3.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
ntpd in NTP before 4.2.8p9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reject broadcast mode packets) via the poll interval in a broadcast packet.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.2.8 | P6 |
References
- http://nwtime.org/ntp428p9_release/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://support.ntp.org/bin/view/Main/NtpBug3113Issue Tracking, Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94446Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/633847Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://nwtime.org/ntp428p9_release/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://support.ntp.org/bin/view/Main/NtpBug3113Issue Tracking, Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94446Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/633847Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7428?
ntpd in NTP before 4.2.8p9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reject broadcast mode packets) via the poll interval in a broadcast packet.
How severe is CVE-2016-7428?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7428 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7428?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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