CVE-2022-48256
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.69%
Last modified
CVE-2022-48256 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Technitium DNS Server before 10.0 allows a self-CNAME denial-of-service attack in which a CNAME loop causes an answer to contain hundreds of records.. EPSS estimates a 0.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Technitium DNS Server before 10.0 allows a self-CNAME denial-of-service attack in which a CNAME loop causes an answer to contain hundreds of records.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Technitium | Dns Server | < 10.0 |
References
- https://github.com/TechnitiumSoftware/DnsServer/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md#version-100Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/TechnitiumSoftware/DnsServer/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md#version-100Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-48256?
Technitium DNS Server before 10.0 allows a self-CNAME denial-of-service attack in which a CNAME loop causes an answer to contain hundreds of records.
How severe is CVE-2022-48256?
CVE-2022-48256 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-48256?
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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