CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2004-0164

First published: Thu Feb 19 2004(Updated: )

KAME IKE daemon (racoon) does not properly handle hash values, which allows remote attackers to delete certificates via (1) a certain delete message that is not properly handled in isakmp.c or isakmp_inf.c, or (2) a certain INITIAL-CONTACT message that is not properly handled in isakmp_inf.c.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
KAME Racoon=all_versions

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0164?

    The severity of CVE-2004-0164 is considered medium, as it can lead to the unauthorized deletion of certificates.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0164?

    To fix CVE-2004-0164, it is recommended to update to the latest version of KAME racoon that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0164?

    CVE-2004-0164 affects all versions of KAME racoon, which is used for VPN connections.

  • What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2004-0164?

    CVE-2004-0164 allows remote attackers to delete certificates through improperly handled messages.

  • Is CVE-2004-0164 still a concern today?

    While CVE-2004-0164 was reported in 2004, users of unsupported versions of KAME racoon may still be vulnerable unless they have mitigated the issue.

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