ZDI-23-094: Netatalk dsi_writeinit Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Feb 6, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Netatalk. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Netatalk

Event History

Feb 6, 2023
Advisory Published
06:00 AM
Data Sourced
06:00 AM
Description
Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:05 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-23-094?

The severity of ZDI-23-094 is critical, with a CVSS score of 9.8.

2

How does the ZDI-23-094 vulnerability allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code?

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a heap-based buffer overflow in Netatalk's dsi_writeinit function.

3

Is authentication required to exploit the ZDI-23-094 vulnerability?

No, authentication is not required to exploit the ZDI-23-094 vulnerability.

4

What is the affected software of ZDI-23-094?

The affected software of ZDI-23-094 is Netatalk, specifically the Netatalk product.

5

How can I fix the ZDI-23-094 vulnerability?

To fix the ZDI-23-094 vulnerability, update to the latest version of Netatalk and apply any patches or security updates provided by the vendor.

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