CVE-2005-1279
First published: Tue Apr 26 2005(Updated: )
tcpdump 3.8.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted (1) BGP packet, which is not properly handled by RT_ROUTING_INFO, or (2) LDP packet, which is not properly handled by the ldp_print function.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tcpdump | <=3.8.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/396932
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-417.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-421.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-850
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18146
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15125
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17101
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13389
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9601
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/430292/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1279?
CVE-2005-1279 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability, which can lead to a service interruption.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1279?
To fix CVE-2005-1279, upgrade tcpdump to version 3.8.3 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2005-1279?
CVE-2005-1279 affects tcpdump versions up to and including 3.8.3.
What types of packets cause the issue in CVE-2005-1279?
CVE-2005-1279 is caused by improperly handled BGP and LDP packets.
Can CVE-2005-1279 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-1279 can be exploited remotely by sending crafted BGP or LDP packets.
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