CVE-2021-45954 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 31 Dec 2021 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Heap-based buffer overflow in Dnsmasq's extract_name function could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2021-45954?

CVE-2021-45954 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 31 Dec 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Dnsmasq 2.86 has a heap-based buffer overflow in extract_name (called from answer_auth and FuzzAuth). NOTE: the vendor's position is that CVE-2021-45951 through CVE-2021-45957 "do not represent real vulnerabilities, to the best of our knowledge.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-45954?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Thekelleys Dnsmasq.

How do I fix CVE-2021-45954?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-45954 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2021-45954 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-45954 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-m967-87xc-9h3f.