CVE-2005-3714: Medium severity apple airport express vulnerability
The network interface for Apple AirPort Express 6.x before Firmware Update 6.3, and AirPort Extreme 5.x before Firmware Update 5.7, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (unresponsive interface) via malformed packets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3714?
CVE-2005-3714 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How can I fix CVE-2005-3714?
To mitigate CVE-2005-3714, update your Apple AirPort Express to Firmware Update 6.3 or your AirPort Extreme to Firmware Update 5.7.
What devices are affected by CVE-2005-3714?
CVE-2005-3714 affects Apple AirPort Express devices running version 6.1 and AirPort Extreme Base Stations running version 5.5.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-3714 allow?
CVE-2005-3714 allows remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack by sending malformed packets.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2005-3714?
Temporary mitigation for CVE-2005-3714 includes disabling remote access features until updates can be applied.