CVE-2016-7429: Low severity NTP ntp vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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NTP before 4.2.8p9 changes the peer structure to the interface it receives the response from a source, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (prevent communication with a source) by sending a response for a source to an interface the source does not use.
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What is CVE-2016-7429?
CVE-2016-7429 is a vulnerability in NTP (Network Time Protocol) that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (prevent communication with a source) by sending a response for a source to an interface the source does not use.
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7429?
The severity of CVE-2016-7429 is medium with a CVSS score of 3.7.
How does CVE-2016-7429 impact NTP?
CVE-2016-7429 changes the peer structure to the interface it receives the response from a source, which can lead to denial of service.
Which versions of NTP are affected by CVE-2016-7429?
NTP versions before 4.2.8p9 are affected by CVE-2016-7429.
How can I mitigate the CVE-2016-7429 vulnerability in NTP?
To mitigate the CVE-2016-7429 vulnerability in NTP, update to version 4.2.8p9 or later.