CVE-2004-2486: High severity Dropbear Ssh Project Dropbear Ssh vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2004
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Updated

The DSS verification code in Dropbear SSH Server before 0.43 frees uninitialized variables, which might allow remote attackers to gain access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Dropbear Ssh Project Dropbear Ssh<0.43

Event History

Dec 31, 2004
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Oct 25, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-2486?

CVE-2004-2486 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-2486?

To fix CVE-2004-2486, upgrade Dropbear SSH Server to version 0.43 or later.

3

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2004-2486?

Exploiting CVE-2004-2486 may allow remote attackers to execute unauthorized commands on affected systems.

4

Which versions of Dropbear SSH are affected by CVE-2004-2486?

Dropbear SSH versions prior to 0.43 are affected by CVE-2004-2486.

5

Is there any workaround for CVE-2004-2486?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2004-2486; upgrading to the latest version is the recommended solution.

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