CVE-2014-9294

CVE-2014-9294 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ntp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 13% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

util/ntp-keygen.c in ntp-keygen in NTP before 4.2.7p230 uses a weak RNG seed, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms via a brute-force attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-9294?
util/ntp-keygen.c in ntp-keygen in NTP before 4.2.7p230 uses a weak RNG seed, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms via a brute-force attack.
How severe is CVE-2014-9294?
CVE-2014-9294 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-9294 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 13% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-9294?
CVE-2014-9294 affects Ntp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9294?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-9294 published?
CVE-2014-9294 was published on 2014-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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