CVE-2019-6444
UnknownEPSS 45.72%
Last modified
CVE-2019-6444 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in NTPsec before 1.1.3. process_control() in ntp_control.c has a stack-based buffer over-read because attacker-controlled data is dereferenced by ntohl() in ntpd.. EPSS estimates a 45.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in NTPsec before 1.1.3. process_control() in ntp_control.c has a stack-based buffer over-read because attacker-controlled data is dereferenced by ntohl() in ntpd.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ntpsec | Ntpsec | < 1.1.3 |
References
- https://dumpco.re/blog/ntpsec-bugsExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://dumpco.re/bugs/ntpsec-oobread2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ntpsec/ntpsec/blob/NTPsec_1_1_3/NEWSRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46176/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://dumpco.re/blog/ntpsec-bugsExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://dumpco.re/bugs/ntpsec-oobread2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ntpsec/ntpsec/blob/NTPsec_1_1_3/NEWSRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46176/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-6444?
An issue was discovered in NTPsec before 1.1.3. process_control() in ntp_control.c has a stack-based buffer over-read because attacker-controlled data is dereferenced by ntohl() in ntpd.
How severe is CVE-2019-6444?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-6444 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 45.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-6444?
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-2019-6444?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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