CVE-2001-0284: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu May 03 2001(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in IPSEC authentication mechanism for OpenBSD 2.8 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary commands via a malformed Authentication header (AH) IPv4 option.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | <=2.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0284?
CVE-2001-0284 has a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary commands.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0284?
To fix CVE-2001-0284, upgrade your OpenBSD to a version later than 2.8 that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0284?
OpenBSD 2.8 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2001-0284.
What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2001-0284?
CVE-2001-0284 allows remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack and potentially execute arbitrary commands.
What component of OpenBSD does CVE-2001-0284 affect?
CVE-2001-0284 affects the IPSEC authentication mechanism in OpenBSD.
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