CVE-2019-14834
LOWCVSS 3.7/10EPSS 2.66%
Last modified
CVE-2019-14834 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability was found in dnsmasq before version 2.81, where the memory leak allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via vectors involving DHCP response creation.. EPSS estimates a 2.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability was found in dnsmasq before version 2.81, where the memory leak allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via vectors involving DHCP response creation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Thekelleys | Dnsmasq | < 2.81 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 31 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2019-14834Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2019-14834Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-14834?
A vulnerability was found in dnsmasq before version 2.81, where the memory leak allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via vectors involving DHCP response creation.
How severe is CVE-2019-14834?
CVE-2019-14834 has a CVSS score of 3.7/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14834?
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-2019-14834?
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