CVE-2015-5685 describes a remote code execution vulnerability in the lazy_bdecode function of the BitTorrent DHT bootstrap server (bootstrap-dht). An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending a specially crafted packet, leveraging an "improper indexing" issue. This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 7.5, indicating a high severity with low attack complexity and potential for partial compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no active exploitation or public exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB) has been identified, and community discussion and media coverage are minimal, organizations using affected BitTorrent DHT bootstrap servers should be aware of this risk.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
Range not provided by sourceCPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:bittorrent:bootstrap-dht:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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