CVE-2017-6462
UnknownEPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6462 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the legacy Datum Programmable Time Server (DPTS) refclock driver in NTP before 4.2.8p10 and 4.3.x before 4.3.94 allows local users to have unspecified impact via a crafted /dev/datum device.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the legacy Datum Programmable Time Server (DPTS) refclock driver in NTP before 4.2.8p10 and 4.3.x before 4.3.94 allows local users to have unspecified impact via a crafted /dev/datum device.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.2.8 | P9 |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.0 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.1 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.2 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.3 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.4 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.5 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.6 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.7 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.8 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.9 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.10 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.11 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.12 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.13 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.14 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.15 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.16 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.17 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.18 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.19 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.20 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.21 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.22 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.23 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.24 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.25 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.26 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.27 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.28 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.29 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.30 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.31 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.32 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.33 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.34 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.35 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.36 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.37 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.38 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.39 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.40 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.41 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.42 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.43 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.44 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.45 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.46 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.47 | — |
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.3.48 | — |
Showing 50 of 95 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://support.ntp.org/bin/view/Main/NtpBug3388Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97045Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038123Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://support.ntp.org/bin/view/Main/NtpBug3388Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97045Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038123Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6462?
Buffer overflow in the legacy Datum Programmable Time Server (DPTS) refclock driver in NTP before 4.2.8p10 and 4.3.x before 4.3.94 allows local users to have unspecified impact via a crafted /dev/datum device.
How severe is CVE-2017-6462?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6462 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6462?
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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