Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in ntpd in NTP before 4.2.8 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, related to (1) the cryptorecv function when the Autokey Authentication feature is used, (2) the ctlputdata function, and (3) the configure function.
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