Bitcoin Core Vulnerability Allows Network Split Due to Integer Overflow and Abs64 Logic Bug
CVE-2024-52912

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Bitcoin

Status
Bitcoin Core
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-52912?

A vulnerability in Bitcoin Core prior to version 0.21.0 could allow for a network split caused by an integer overflow during the time offset calculation for new peer connections, combined with a flawed abs64 logic. This flaw may result in inconsistent network behavior, potentially compromising the integrity of the Bitcoin network.

References

https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Common_Vulnerabilities_and_Exp...
https://bitcoincore.org/en/2024/07/03/disclose-timestamp-...

CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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