Vulnerability Description
A buffer overflow in websockets in UnrealIRCd 6.1.0 through 6.1.3 before 6.1.4 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to crash the server by sending an oversized packet (if a websocket port is open). Remote code execution might be possible on some uncommon, older platforms.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Unrealircd | Unrealircd | >= 6.1.0, < 6.1.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://forums.unrealircd.org/viewtopic.php?t=9340Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://www.unrealircd.org/index/newsProduct
- https://forums.unrealircd.org/viewtopic.php?t=9340Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/[email protected]
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/[email protected]
- https://www.unrealircd.org/index/newsProduct
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-50784?
CVE-2023-50784 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A buffer overflow in websockets in UnrealIRCd 6.1.0 through 6.1.3 before 6.1.4 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to crash the server by sending an oversized packet (if a websocket port is open...
How severe is CVE-2023-50784?
CVE-2023-50784 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-50784?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Unrealircd Unrealircd.