CVE-2026-33602 Details
Description
A rogue backend can send a crafted UDP response with a query ID off by one related to the maximum configured value, triggering an out-of-bounds write leading to a denial of service.
An out-of-bounds write vulnerability has been identified in PowerDNS DNSdist versions through 2.0.3 and 1.9.12. This vulnerability arises from a rogue backend sending a crafted UDP response with a query ID that is off by one, relative to the maximum configured value. The manipulation triggers an out-of-bounds write, causing a denial-of-service condition.
Users are advised to upgrade to PowerDNS DNSdist versions 1.9.13 or 2.0.4, where this vulnerability has been patched.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 22, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.dnsdist.org/security-advisories/powerdns-advisory-for-dnsdist-2026-04.html | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-122 | Heap-based Buffer Overflow | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| powerdns dnsdist | >= 1.9.0, < 1.9.13 >= 2.0.0, < 2.0.4 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 22, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 22, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |