CVE-2001-0517
First published: Sat Jul 21 2001(Updated: )
Oracle listener in Oracle 8i on Solaris allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed connection packet with a maximum transport data size that is set to 0.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Database | =8.1.6 | |
| Oracle Database | =8.1.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0517?
CVE-2001-0517 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability, which can severely impact database availability.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0517?
To fix CVE-2001-0517, ensure that you are using an updated version of Oracle 8i or apply patches provided by Oracle.
Which versions of Oracle are affected by CVE-2001-0517?
CVE-2001-0517 affects Oracle 8i versions 8.1.6 and 8.1.7 on Solaris.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2001-0517?
CVE-2001-0517 is associated with a remote denial of service attack using malformed connection packets.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2001-0517?
A practical workaround for CVE-2001-0517 is to restrict access to the Oracle listener and apply network-level protections.
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