CVE-2024-43688
First published: Tue Aug 20 2024(Updated: )
cron/entry.c in vixie cron before 9cc8ab1, as used in OpenBSD 7.4 and 7.5, allows a heap-based buffer underflow and memory corruption. NOTE: this issue was introduced during a May 2023 refactoring.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Vixie Cron | <9cc8ab1 | |
| OpenBSD | >=7.4<=7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-43688?
CVE-2024-43688 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2024-43688?
To fix CVE-2024-43688, upgrade your vixie cron to a version later than 9cc8ab1 as specified in the vulnerability report.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-43688?
CVE-2024-43688 affects OpenBSD versions 7.4 and 7.5 that use vixie cron prior to the version 9cc8ab1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-43688?
CVE-2024-43688 is a heap-based buffer underflow vulnerability that can lead to memory corruption.
When was CVE-2024-43688 introduced?
CVE-2024-43688 was introduced during a code refactoring in May 2023 in the vixie cron implementation.
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