TSender

Cyfrin
DeFiFoundry
15,000 USDC
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Severity: high
Invalid

Data corruption might occur

There can be several problems with arbitrary calldata in the airdropERC20 function within the TSender contract. Here's a breakdown of the potential issues:

Unexpected Behavior: The code currently assumes a specific format for the calldata containing the function signature (airdropERC20(address,address[],uint256[],uint256)) followed by arguments. If arbitrary data precedes this expected format, it could disrupt the logic within the function. This might lead to unintended consequences, such as:

Incorrect function execution due to mismatched function selectors.
Data corruption or unexpected behavior within the function if the unexpected data is interpreted as part of the intended arguments.
Security Vulnerabilities: Malicious actors could inject malicious code into the calldata. This code could exploit vulnerabilities in the contract's logic or potentially cause denial-of-service attacks. Here are some examples:

Buffer overflows: Malicious calldata exceeding expected sizes could overflow buffers, corrupting memory and potentially leading to unintended code execution.
Reentrancy attacks: If the attacker can manipulate the calldata to trigger reentrancy vulnerabilities within the airdropERC20 function or the ERC-20 token contract itself, they could steal funds or disrupt the airdrop process.
Limited Functionality: The current approach of casting the function signature limits the function to a fixed set of arguments. If the airdrop process requires additional information or flexibility in the data format, the current design wouldn't be suitable.

Recommendations:

Here are some ways to address the problems caused by arbitrary calldata:

Input Validation: Implement robust input validation to ensure the calldata adheres to the expected format. This could involve checks on calldata length, function selector, and argument types. Reject any calldata that deviates from the expected format.

Use Libraries: Consider utilizing pre-built libraries like OpenZeppelin Contracts (https://docs.openzeppelin.com/contracts/4.x/). These libraries often provide functions for ABI encoding and decoding, which can help ensure proper data format and reduce the risk of errors.

Redesign for Flexibility: If the airdrop process requires more flexibility in terms of data format or argument types, consider redesigning the function to handle a more dynamic structure. This might involve using structs or user-defined types to encapsulate all the necessary data for the airdrop.

Secure Coding Practices: Always follow secure coding practices when writing smart contracts. This includes avoiding common pitfalls like buffer overflows, reentrancy vulnerabilities, and integer overflows.

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Lead Judging Commences

inallhonesty Lead Judge about 1 year ago
Submission Judgement Published
Invalidated
Reason: Out of scope

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