CVE-2004-0657: Integer Overflow
First published: Tue Jul 13 2004(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the NTP daemon (NTPd) before 4.0 causes the NTP server to return the wrong date/time offset when a client requests a date/time that is more than 34 years away from the server's time.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NTP | <4.0 | |
| Compaq Tru64 UNIX | =4.0f-patch_kit8 | |
| Compaq Tru64 UNIX | =4.0g-patch_kit4 | |
| Compaq Tru64 UNIX | =5.1b-patch_kit2 | |
| Compaq Tru64 UNIX | =5.1b-patch_kit3 | |
| Compaq Tru64 UNIX | =5.1b-patch_kit4 | |
| Compaq Tru64 UNIX | =51.1a-patch_kit6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0657?
CVE-2004-0657 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to cause incorrect date/time responses from the NTP daemon.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0657?
To fix CVE-2004-0657, upgrade to NTP version 4.0 or later, which addresses the integer overflow issue.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0657?
CVE-2004-0657 affects versions of the NTP daemon before 4.0, including HP Tru64 Unix versions listed in the vulnerability details.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2004-0657?
Exploiting CVE-2004-0657 can lead to clients receiving incorrect time data, potentially impacting time-sensitive applications and services.
Is CVE-2004-0657 still relevant today?
While CVE-2004-0657 is an older vulnerability, systems still running affected versions of NTP may still be at risk.
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