CVE-2000-0333
First published: Mon May 31 1999(Updated: )
tcpdump, Ethereal, and other sniffer packages allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via malformed DNS packets in which a jump offset refers to itself, which causes tcpdump to enter an infinite loop while decompressing the packet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ethereal | =0.8.4 | |
| Ethereal | =0.8.5 | |
| Ethereal | =0.8.6 | |
| Tcpdump | =3.4 | |
| Tcpdump | =3.5a |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0333?
CVE-2000-0333 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0333?
To fix CVE-2000-0333, upgrade to the latest versions of tcpdump or Ethereal that contain patches for this vulnerability.
Which software is affected by CVE-2000-0333?
CVE-2000-0333 affects tcpdump versions 3.4 and 3.5a, as well as Ethereal versions 0.8.4, 0.8.5, and 0.8.6.
What type of attack is enabled by CVE-2000-0333?
CVE-2000-0333 enables a denial of service attack through malformed DNS packets that can cause affected software to enter an infinite loop.
Can CVE-2000-0333 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2000-0333 can be exploited remotely by attackers who send crafted DNS packets to the vulnerable software.
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