Security Advisory
CVE-2014-9293
7.5
Vulnerability Description
The config_auth function in ntpd in NTP before 4.2.7p11, when an auth key is not configured, improperly generates a key, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms via a brute-force attack.
Published Date
December 20, 2014
Official Source
NIST NVD Advisory