CVE-2024-34478

High

Description

btcd before 0.24.0 does not correctly implement the consensus rules outlined in BIP 68 and BIP 112, making it susceptible to consensus failures. Specifically, it uses the transaction version as a signed integer when it is supposed to be treated as unsigned. There can be a chain split and loss of funds.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductBtcd
PublishedMay 5, 2024
First seenMay 5, 2024
Weakness typeCWE-436CWE-436

How to fix

Update
  • btcd_project btcd0.24.0 or later
  • github.com/btcsuite/btcd0.24.0 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
btcd_project btcdv < 0.24.00.24.0
github.com/btcsuite/btcdGov < 0.24.00.24.0

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CVE-2024-34478 · Btcd · Dark Radar