CVE-2018-7182
UnknownEPSS 29.85%
Last modified
CVE-2018-7182 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ctl_getitem method in ntpd in ntp-4.2.8p6 before 4.2.8p11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted mode 6 packet with a ntpd instance from 4.2.8p6 through 4.2.8p10.. EPSS estimates a 29.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ctl_getitem method in ntpd in ntp-4.2.8p6 before 4.2.8p11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted mode 6 packet with a ntpd instance from 4.2.8p6 through 4.2.8p10.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ntp | Ntp | 4.2.8 | P10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 17.10 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 18.04 | — |
| Netapp | Element Software | All versions | — |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/146631/Slackware-Security-Advisory-ntp-Updates.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://support.ntp.org/bin/view/Main/NtpBug3412Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541824/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103191Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://security.FreeBSD.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-18:02.ntp.ascPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201805-12Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180626-0001/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3707-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45846/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.synology.com/support/security/Synology_SA_18_13Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/146631/Slackware-Security-Advisory-ntp-Updates.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://support.ntp.org/bin/view/Main/NtpBug3412Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541824/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103191Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://security.FreeBSD.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-18:02.ntp.ascPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201805-12Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180626-0001/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3707-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45846/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.synology.com/support/security/Synology_SA_18_13Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-7182?
The ctl_getitem method in ntpd in ntp-4.2.8p6 before 4.2.8p11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted mode 6 packet with a ntpd instance from 4.2.8p6 through 4.2.8p10.
How severe is CVE-2018-7182?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-7182 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 29.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-7182?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-7182?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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