CVE-2023-33980
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.89%
Last modified
CVE-2023-33980 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Bramble Synchronisation Protocol (BSP) in Briar before 1.4.22 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (repeated application crashes) via a series of long messages to a contact.. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Bramble Synchronisation Protocol (BSP) in Briar before 1.4.22 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (repeated application crashes) via a series of long messages to a contact.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Briarproject | Briar | < 1.4.22 |
References
- https://ethz.ch/content/dam/ethz/special-interest/infk/inst-infsec/appliedcrypto/education/theses/report_YuanmingSong.pdfExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://ethz.ch/content/dam/ethz/special-interest/infk/inst-infsec/appliedcrypto/education/theses/report_YuanmingSong.pdfExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-33980?
Bramble Synchronisation Protocol (BSP) in Briar before 1.4.22 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (repeated application crashes) via a series of long messages to a contact.
How severe is CVE-2023-33980?
CVE-2023-33980 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-33980?
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-2023-33980?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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