CVE-2023-37915

Public Exploit
Malformed PID_PROPERTY_LIST parameter in DATA submessage remotely crashes OpenDDS

Description

OpenDDS is an open source C++ implementation of the Object Management Group (OMG) Data Distribution Service (DDS). OpenDDS crashes while parsing a malformed `PID_PROPERTY_LIST` in a DATA submessage during participant discovery. Attackers can remotely crash OpenDDS processes by sending a DATA submessage containing the malformed parameter to the known multicast port. This issue has been addressed in version 3.25. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.24%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: OpenDDS OpenDDS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/OpenDDS/OpenDDS/security/advisories/GHSA-v5pp-7prc-5xq9 vendor advisory exploit
https://github.com/OpenDDS/OpenDDS/releases/tag/DDS-3.25 release notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-37915?
CVE-2023-37915 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-37915?
To fix CVE-2023-37915, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-37915 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-37915 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-37915?
CVE-2023-37915 affects OpenDDS OpenDDS.
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