CVE-2021-42076
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.52%
Last modified
CVE-2021-42076 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Barrier before 2.3.4. An attacker can cause memory exhaustion in the barriers component (aka the server-side implementation of Barrier) and barrierc by sending long TCP messages.. EPSS estimates a 1.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Barrier before 2.3.4. An attacker can cause memory exhaustion in the barriers component (aka the server-side implementation of Barrier) and barrierc by sending long TCP messages.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Barrier Project | Barrier | < 2.3.4 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/11/02/4Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/debauchee/barrier/releases/tag/v2.3.4Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/11/02/4Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/debauchee/barrier/releases/tag/v2.3.4Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42076?
An issue was discovered in Barrier before 2.3.4. An attacker can cause memory exhaustion in the barriers component (aka the server-side implementation of Barrier) and barrierc by sending long TCP messages.
How severe is CVE-2021-42076?
CVE-2021-42076 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42076?
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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