Vulnerability Description
The parse_notify function in util.c in sgminer before 4.2.2 and cgminer 3.3.0 through 4.0.1 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to cause a denial of service (application exit) via a crafted (1) bbversion, (2) prev_hash, (3) nbit, or (4) ntime parameter in a mining.notify action stratum message.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgminer Project | Sgminer | <= 4.2.1 |
| Cgminer Project | Cgminer | 3.3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Jul/120
- https://github.com/sgminer-dev/sgminer/commit/910c36089940e81fb85c65b8e63dcd2facExploitPatch
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Jul/120
- https://github.com/sgminer-dev/sgminer/commit/910c36089940e81fb85c65b8e63dcd2facExploitPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4503?
CVE-2014-4503 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The parse_notify function in util.c in sgminer before 4.2.2 and cgminer 3.3.0 through 4.0.1 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to cause a denial of service (application exit) via a crafted (1) bbversi...
How severe is CVE-2014-4503?
CVE-2014-4503 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4503?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sgminer Project Sgminer, Cgminer Project Cgminer.