CVE-2024-52917
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2024-52917 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Bitcoin Core before 22.0 has a miniupnp infinite loop in which it allocates memory on the basis of random data received over the network, e.g., large M-SEARCH replies from a fake UPnP device.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Bitcoin Core before 22.0 has a miniupnp infinite loop in which it allocates memory on the basis of random data received over the network, e.g., large M-SEARCH replies from a fake UPnP device.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | Bitcoin Core | < 22.0 |
References
- https://bitcoincore.org/en/2024/07/31/disclose-upnp-oom/Vendor Advisory
- https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Common_Vulnerabilities_and_ExposuresThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-52917?
Bitcoin Core before 22.0 has a miniupnp infinite loop in which it allocates memory on the basis of random data received over the network, e.g., large M-SEARCH replies from a fake UPnP device.
How severe is CVE-2024-52917?
CVE-2024-52917 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-52917?
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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