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CVE-2004-1006

First published: Fri Nov 19 2004(Updated: )

Format string vulnerability in the log functions in dhcpd for dhcp 2.x allows remote DNS servers to execute arbitrary code via certain DNS messages, a different vulnerability than CVE-2002-0702.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ISC DHCP=3.0_b2pl9
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc9
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc4
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc5
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc1
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc10
ISC DHCP=3.0
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc14
ISC DHCP=3.0-rc4
ISC DHCP=3.0_pl2
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc11
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc8
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc3
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc13
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc6
ISC DHCP=2.0.pl5
ISC DHCP=3.0_pl1
ISC DHCP=3.0-rc12
ISC DHCP=3.0_b2pl23
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc2
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc12
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-1006?

    CVE-2004-1006 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-1006?

    To fix CVE-2004-1006, upgrade to a patched version of ISC DHCP Server that addresses the format string vulnerability.

  • Which versions of ISC DHCP Server are affected by CVE-2004-1006?

    CVE-2004-1006 affects ISC DHCP Server versions 2.0.pl5 and 3.0, as well as various 3.0 beta and release candidates.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2004-1006?

    CVE-2004-1006 is a format string vulnerability in the log functions of the dhcpd allowing arbitrary code execution.

  • Can CVE-2004-1006 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2004-1006 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted DNS messages sent to vulnerable DHCP servers.

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