CVE-2006-2224: Medium severity quagga quagga routing software suite vulnerability

Published May 5, 2006
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Updated

RIPd in Quagga 0.98 and 0.99 before 20060503 does not properly enforce RIPv2 authentication requirements, which allows remote attackers to modify routing state via RIPv1 RESPONSE packets.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Quagga Quagga Routing Software Suite=0.98.5
Quagga Quagga Routing Software Suite=0.96.3
Quagga Quagga Routing Software Suite=0.95
Quagga Quagga Routing Software Suite=0.96.2
Quagga Quagga Routing Software Suite<=0.99.3

Event History

May 5, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-2224?

CVE-2006-2224 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on routing integrity.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-2224?

To fix CVE-2006-2224, it is recommended to update Quagga to a version later than 0.99.3, which properly enforces RIPv2 authentication.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2006-2224?

CVE-2006-2224 affects Quagga versions 0.95 to 0.99.3, including versions 0.96.2, 0.96.3, and 0.98.5.

4

Can CVE-2006-2224 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2006-2224 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending malicious RIPv1 RESPONSE packets.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2006-2224?

Exploitation of CVE-2006-2224 can lead to unauthorized modification of routing states, potentially disrupting network traffic.

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