CVE-2015-8140: Medium severity NTP ntp vulnerability
Published Jan 30, 2017
·Updated
The ntpq protocol in NTP before 4.2.8p7 allows remote attackers to conduct replay attacks by sniffing the network.
Affected Software
1 affected component
NTP ntp<=4.2.8
Event History
Jan 30, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 12, 58332
Event
03:51 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8140?
CVE-2015-8140 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote replay attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-8140?
To fix CVE-2015-8140, upgrade NTP to version 4.2.8p8 or later to eliminate the vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-8140?
CVE-2015-8140 affects NTP versions prior to 4.2.8p8, specifically versions up to and including 4.2.8p7.
4
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2015-8140?
CVE-2015-8140 is associated with replay attacks, allowing attackers to resend previously captured NTP requests.
5
Can CVE-2015-8140 affect service availability?
Yes, CVE-2015-8140 can potentially disrupt service availability through unauthorized NTP manipulation.