Heap-Based Buffer Over-Read in Tcpreplay by Appneta
CVE-2022-27940

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Broadcom
Status
Tcpreplay
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 March 2022

What is CVE-2022-27940?

The Tcpreplay version 4.4.1 contains a vulnerability characterized by a heap-based buffer over-read issue in the function get_ipv6_next found in common/get.c. This vulnerability could potentially expose sensitive information and compromise system integrity. It is essential for users of this software to be aware of this issue and apply recommended patches or updates to mitigate risk.

References

https://github.com/appneta/tcpreplay/issues/718
https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-ann...
vendor-advisory
https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-ann...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2022-27940 : Heap-Based Buffer Over-Read in Tcpreplay by Appneta