CVE-2026-33783: Junos OS Evolved: PTX Series: If SRTE tunnels provisioned via PCEP are present and specific gRPC queries are received evo-aftmand crashes
A Function Call With Incorrect Argument Type vulnerability in the sensor interface of Juniper Networks Junos OS Evolved on PTX Series allows a network-based, authenticated attacker with low privileges to cause a complete Denial of Service (DoS).
If colored SRTE policy tunnels are provisioned via PCEP, and gRPC is used to monitor traffic in these tunnels, evo-aftmand crashes and doesn't restart which leads to a complete and persistent service impact. The system has to be manually restarted to recover. The issue is seen only when the Originator ASN field in PCEP contains a value larger than 65,535 (32-bit ASN). The issue is not reproducible when SRTE policy tunnels are statically configured.
This issue affects Junos OS Evolved on PTX Series:
all versions before 22.4R3-S9-EVO, 23.2 versions before 23.2R2-S6-EVO, 23.4 versions before 23.4R2-S7-EVO, 24.2 versions before 24.2R2-S4-EVO, 24.4 versions before 24.4R2-S2-EVO, 25.2 versions before 25.2R1-S2-EVO, 25.2R2-EVO.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-33783?
CVE-2026-33783 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access and disruption of network services.
How do I fix CVE-2026-33783?
To fix CVE-2026-33783, update the Junos OS Evolved on PTX Series to the latest patched version provided by Juniper Networks.
Which versions of Junos OS Evolved are affected by CVE-2026-33783?
CVE-2026-33783 affects multiple versions, including 22.4R3-S9-EVO, 23.2R2-S6-EVO, 23.4R2-S7-EVO, and several others up to 25.2R2-EVO.
What causes the crash associated with CVE-2026-33783?
The crash associated with CVE-2026-33783 is triggered by specific gRPC queries when SRTE tunnels configured via PCEP are present.
Can CVE-2026-33783 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2026-33783 can potentially allow for unauthorized network access, making it critical to address promptly.