NTP Server Denial of Service Vulnerability in BusyBox
CVE-2016-6301

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Busybox

Status
Busybox
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 December 2016

What is CVE-2016-6301?

The vulnerability in BusyBox's NTP server component allows an attacker to exploit the recv_and_process_client_pkt function. This can lead to a denial of service by sending manipulated NTP packets that create a communication loop, consuming significant CPU and bandwidth resources. This issue enables attackers to disrupt legitimate services and impact network availability, making it crucial for users of BusyBox to address this vulnerability promptly.

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/03/7
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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1363710
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92277
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EPSS Score

8% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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