CVE-2023-40711: High severity vtk vulnerability
Veilid before 0.1.9 does not check the size of uncompressed data during decompression upon an envelope receipt, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-memory abort) via crafted packet data, as exploited in the wild in August 2023.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40711?
CVE-2023-40711 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to unbounded memory consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40711?
To fix CVE-2023-40711, update Veilid to version 0.1.9 or later, which includes a patch for the vulnerability.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2023-40711?
CVE-2023-40711 affects all versions of Veilid prior to 0.1.9.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-40711?
CVE-2023-40711 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability due to improper handling of uncompressed data during decompression.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2023-40711?
Attackers exploit CVE-2023-40711 by sending specially crafted packet data that triggers an out-of-memory condition.