CVE-2014-9295: Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in ntpd in NTP before 4.2.8 allow remote attackers to execute arbitra...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2014-9295 is a serious ntpd flaw that can let a remote attacker run code on systems using vulnerable NTP before 4.2.8. NTP is common on servers, network appliances, and embedded infrastructure, so exposure depends on where vulnerable ntpd is still present and reachable. Most likely exposure is legacy servers, appliances, or network/security products still running ntpd before 4.2.8, especially if NTP is reachable over networks. Cisco, Red Hat, HP/HPE, Mageia, openSUSE, McAfee, Oracle, and Schneider references indicate broad downstream impact. Prioritize remediation for internet-facing or appliance-based NTP services first. Even though active exploitation is not evidenced in the provided sources, the impact is remote code execution in a widely deployed infrastructure service. Mitigation focus: Upgrade ntpd/NTP to 4.2.8 or vendor-supported fixed packages.; Review vendor advisories for product-specific fixed versions and workarounds.; Restrict NTP access to trusted networks where operationally possible..

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Jun 14, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.