CVE-2021-45956: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2021
·Updated
DISPUTED Dnsmasq 2.86 has a heap-based buffer overflow in printmac (called from logpacket and dhcpreply). NOTE: the vendor's position is that CVE-2021-45951 through CVE-2021-45957 "do not represent real vulnerabilities, to the best of our knowledge."
Affected Software
1 affected component
thekelleys dnsmasq=2.86
Event History
Dec 31, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:53 PM
Description
Jan 1, 2022
Disputed
12:15 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID for this Dnsmasq vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Dnsmasq vulnerability is CVE-2021-45956.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2021-45956?
The severity of CVE-2021-45956 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.
3
What is the affected software for CVE-2021-45956?
The affected software for CVE-2021-45956 is Dnsmasq 2.86.
4
What is the description of CVE-2021-45956?
CVE-2021-45956 is a disputed heap-based buffer overflow in Dnsmasq 2.86.
5
Are there any references for CVE-2021-45956?
Yes, there are references available for CVE-2021-45956. Please refer to the provided links.