CVE-2023-46849: Divide by Zero

Published Nov 11, 2023
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Updated

Using the --fragment option in certain configuration setups OpenVPN version 2.6.0 to 2.6.6 allows an attacker to trigger a divide by zero behaviour which could cause an application crash, leading to a denial of service.

Affected Software

7 affected componentsFixes available
debian/openvpn
2.4.7-1+deb10u12.5.1-32.6.3-1+deb12u22.6.7-1
OpenVPN OpenVPN>=2.6.0<=2.6.6
OpenVPN OpenVPN Access Server>=2.11.0<=2.11.3
OpenVPN OpenVPN Access Server=2.12.0
OpenVPN OpenVPN Access Server=2.12.1
Debian Debian Linux=12.0
Fedoraproject Fedora=39

Event History

Nov 11, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:05 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-46849?

CVE-2023-46849 is a vulnerability in OpenVPN version 2.6.0 to 2.6.6 that allows an attacker to trigger a divide by zero behavior, leading to a denial of service.

2

How does CVE-2023-46849 impact OpenVPN?

CVE-2023-46849 can cause an application crash in OpenVPN, resulting in a denial of service.

3

Which versions of OpenVPN are affected by CVE-2023-46849?

OpenVPN versions 2.6.0 to 2.6.6 are affected by CVE-2023-46849.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-46849?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-46849 by using the --fragment option in certain configuration setups.

5

How can I mitigate the CVE-2023-46849 vulnerability?

To mitigate the CVE-2023-46849 vulnerability, update OpenVPN to version 2.6.7 or apply the appropriate security patches as recommended by your software provider.

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