CVE-2020-27338: Input Validation

Published Dec 22, 2020
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Treck IPv6 before 6.0.1.68. Improper Input Validation in the DHCPv6 client component allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to cause an Out of Bounds Read, and possibly a Denial of Service via adjacent network access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Treck IPv6<6.0.1.68

Event History

Dec 22, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:04 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?

The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2020-27338.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-27338?

The severity rating of CVE-2020-27338 is high (CVSS score: 7.1).

3

What is the affected software?

The affected software is Treck IPv6 version up to exclusive 6.0.1.68.

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How does this vulnerability occur?

This vulnerability occurs due to improper input validation in the DHCPv6 client component of Treck IPv6.

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What is the impact of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to cause an Out of Bounds Read, and possibly a Denial of Service via adjacent network access.

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