CVE-2005-0960
First published: Sun Apr 03 2005(Updated: )
Multiple vulnerabilities in the SACK functionality in (1) tcp_input.c and (2) tcp_usrreq.c OpenBSD 3.5 and 3.6 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion or system crash).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | =3.6 | |
| OpenBSD | =3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0960?
CVE-2005-0960 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to memory exhaustion or system crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0960?
To mitigate CVE-2005-0960, it is recommended to upgrade to a newer, patched version of OpenBSD that does not contain the vulnerability.
What versions of OpenBSD are affected by CVE-2005-0960?
CVE-2005-0960 affects OpenBSD versions 3.5 and 3.6.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2005-0960?
The potential impacts of CVE-2005-0960 include denial of service through system crashes or memory exhaustion caused by remote attacks.
Can CVE-2005-0960 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-0960 can be exploited remotely by attackers taking advantage of the vulnerabilities in the SACK functionality.
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