SB2025041012 - Remote code execution in OpenBSD iked(8) and isakmpd(8) implementations



SB2025041012 - Remote code execution in OpenBSD iked(8) and isakmpd(8) implementations

Published: April 10, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2025041012
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Double free (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within iked(8) and isakmpd(8) when configured in to use ECDH mode. A remote user can send specially crafted IPSec traffic to the system, trigger a double free error and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.