CVE-2021-42145
First published: Wed Jan 24 2024(Updated: )
An assertion failure discovered in in check_certificate_request() in Contiki-NG tinyDTLS through master branch 53a0d97 allows attackers to cause a denial of service.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Contiki-NG | <=2018-08-30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-42145?
CVE-2021-42145 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service during certificate requests.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42145?
To fix CVE-2021-42145, update to a version of tinyDTLS released after August 30, 2018 that addresses the assertion failure.
What is the impact of CVE-2021-42145?
The impact of CVE-2021-42145 is that it allows attackers to trigger an assertion failure, leading to a denial of service.
Which versions of tinyDTLS are affected by CVE-2021-42145?
CVE-2021-42145 affects tinyDTLS versions up to and including the version released on August 30, 2018.
Who discovered CVE-2021-42145?
CVE-2021-42145 was discovered during an examination of the check_certificate_request() function in the Contiki-NG tinyDTLS project.
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