CVE-2023-3036: Out of Bounds Slice index in cfnts leads to remote panic

Published Jun 14, 2023
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Updated

An unchecked read in NTP server in github.com/cloudflare/cfnts prior to commit 783490b https://github.com/cloudflare/cfnts/commit/783490b913f05e508a492cd7b02e3c4ec2297b71  enabled a remote attacker to trigger a panic by sending an NTSAuthenticator packet with extension length longer than the packet contents.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cloudflare Cfnts Rust<2023-06-01

Event History

Jun 14, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:08 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:08 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3036?

The severity of CVE-2023-3036 is high with a severity score of 7.5.

2

How does CVE-2023-3036 impact Cloudflare Cfnts?

CVE-2023-3036 allows a remote attacker to trigger a panic in Cloudflare Cfnts by sending an NTSAuthenticator packet with extension length longer than the packet.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2023-3036?

The affected software for CVE-2023-3036 is Cloudflare Cfnts prior to commit 783490b.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-3036?

To fix CVE-2023-3036, update Cloudflare Cfnts to version later than commit 783490b.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-3036?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-3036 in the advisory published by Cloudflare: [link](https://github.com/cloudflare/cfnts/security/advisories/GHSA-pwx6-gw47-96cp).

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