SB2023062235 - SUSE update for ntp
Published: June 22, 2023
Security Bulletin ID
SB2023062235
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Physical access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Out-of-bounds write (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-26555)
The vulnerability allows an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within praecis_parse() function in ntpd/refclock_palisade.c. An attacker with physical proximity to device can trigger an out-of-bounds write error by manipulating the GPS receiver and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.