CVE-2023-27786: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Mar 16 2023(Updated: )
An issue found in TCPprep v.4.4.3 allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service via the macinstring function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom Tcpreplay | =4.4.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/appneta/tcpreplay/issues/782
- https://github.com/appneta/tcpreplay/pull/783
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/R3ER3YTFR3XIDMYEB7LMFWFTPVQALBHC/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/UE3J4LKYFNKPKNSLDQK4JG36THQMQH3V/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/UK2BRH3W3ECF5FDXP6QM3ZEDTHIOE4M5/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/UE3J4LKYFNKPKNSLDQK4JG36THQMQH3V/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/R3ER3YTFR3XIDMYEB7LMFWFTPVQALBHC/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/UK2BRH3W3ECF5FDXP6QM3ZEDTHIOE4M5/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-27786?
CVE-2023-27786 is a vulnerability found in TCPprep v.4.4.3 that allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service through the macinstring function.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-27786?
The severity of CVE-2023-27786 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.
How does CVE-2023-27786 impact Broadcom Tcpreplay?
CVE-2023-27786 affects Broadcom Tcpreplay version 4.4.3, potentially leading to a denial of service.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-27786?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2023-27786. It is recommended to update to a patched version of TCPprep.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-27786?
For more information about CVE-2023-27786, you can refer to the provided references: [GitHub Issue #782](https://github.com/appneta/tcpreplay/issues/782), [GitHub Pull Request #783](https://github.com/appneta/tcpreplay/pull/783), [Fedora Project Mailing List Announcement](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/R3ER3YTFR3XIDMYEB7LMFWFTPVQALBHC/).
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