CVE-2000-0543: Medium severity PGP Certificate Server vulnerability
Published Jun 14, 2000
·Updated
The command port for PGP Certificate Server 2.5.0 and 2.5.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service if their hostname does not have a reverse DNS entry and they connect to port 4000.
Affected Software
2 affected components
PGP Certificate Server=2.5
PGP Certificate Server=2.5.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jun 14, 2000
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Jul 12, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0543?
CVE-2000-0543 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0543?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0543, ensure that the hostname connecting to port 4000 has a valid reverse DNS entry.
3
Which versions of PGP Certificate Server are affected by CVE-2000-0543?
CVE-2000-0543 affects PGP Certificate Server versions 2.5.0 and 2.5.1.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0543 facilitate?
CVE-2000-0543 allows remote attackers to deny service by connecting to the command port without a reverse DNS entry.
5
What is the command port involved in CVE-2000-0543?
The command port involved in CVE-2000-0543 is port 4000.