Vulnerability Description
The Lightning Network Daemon (lnd) - is a complete implementation of a Lightning Network node. A parsing vulnerability in lnd's onion processing logic and lead to a DoS vector due to excessive memory allocation. The issue was patched in lnd v0.17.0. Users should update to a version > v0.17.0 to be protected. Users unable to upgrade may set the `--rejecthtlc` CLI flag and also disable forwarding on channels via the `UpdateChanPolicyCommand`, or disable listening on a public network interface via the `--nolisten` flag as a mitigation.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://delvingbitcoin.org/t/dos-disclosure-lnd-onion-bomb/979
- https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/releases/tag/v0.17.0-beta
- https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/security/advisories/GHSA-9gxx-58q6-42p7
- https://lightning.network
- https://morehouse.github.io/lightning/lnd-onion-bomb
- https://delvingbitcoin.org/t/dos-disclosure-lnd-onion-bomb/979
- https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/releases/tag/v0.17.0-beta
- https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/security/advisories/GHSA-9gxx-58q6-42p7
- https://lightning.network
- https://morehouse.github.io/lightning/lnd-onion-bomb
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-38359?
CVE-2024-38359 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The Lightning Network Daemon (lnd) - is a complete implementation of a Lightning Network node. A parsing vulnerability in lnd's onion processing logic and lead to a DoS vector due to excessive memory ...
How severe is CVE-2024-38359?
CVE-2024-38359 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-38359?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.