CVE-2020-24266: Buffer Overflow
An issue was discovered in tcpreplay tcpprep v4.3.3. There is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in getl2len() that can make tcpprep crash and cause a denial of service.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/tcpreplayto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.3.4-r0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-24266?
CVE-2020-24266 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24266?
To fix CVE-2020-24266, you should upgrade tcpreplay to the latest version or apply the available patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-24266?
CVE-2020-24266 affects tcpreplay version 4.3.3 and specific Fedora distributions including versions 31, 32, and 33.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-24266?
CVE-2020-24266 is classified as a heap buffer overflow vulnerability.
What could be the impact of exploiting CVE-2020-24266?
Exploitation of CVE-2020-24266 could lead to application crashes and a denial of service.