CVE-2003-0967
First published: Tue Dec 02 2003(Updated: )
rad_decode in FreeRADIUS 0.9.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a short RADIUS string attribute with a tag, which causes memcpy to be called with a -1 length argument, as demonstrated using the Tunnel-Password attribute.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeRADIUS FreeRADIUS | <=0.9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0967?
The severity of CVE-2003-0967 is classified as high due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0967?
To fix CVE-2003-0967, upgrade FreeRADIUS to version 0.9.3 or later to eliminate the vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2003-0967 represent?
CVE-2003-0967 represents a remote denial of service attack via crafted RADIUS string attributes.
Which versions of FreeRADIUS are affected by CVE-2003-0967?
FreeRADIUS versions 0.9.2 and earlier are affected by CVE-2003-0967.
What specific RADIUS attribute can trigger CVE-2003-0967?
The Tunnel-Password attribute can trigger CVE-2003-0967 when it is exploited with a short RADIUS string.
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