CVE Catalog

CVE-2015-5219

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The ULOGTOD function in ntp.d in SNTP before version 4.2.7p366 does not properly perform type conversions from a precision value to a double, allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted NTP packet.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to disrupt the NTP service, potentially leading to time synchronization issues within the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to SNTP version 4.2.7p366 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The ULOGTOD function in ntp.d in SNTP before 4.2.7p366 does not properly perform type conversions from a precision value to a double, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted NTP packet.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS