CVE-2006-4518
First published: Tue Nov 28 2006(Updated: )
Qbik WinGate 6.1.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a DNS request with a self-referencing compressed name pointer, which triggers an infinite loop.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Qbik WinGate | <=6.1.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=444
- http://forums.qbik.com/viewtopic.php?t=4215
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21295
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017284
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23029
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4711
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30491
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4518?
CVE-2006-4518 has a CVSS score indicating a medium severity due to its potential for denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4518?
The main mitigation for CVE-2006-4518 is to upgrade Qbik WinGate to version 6.1.5 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2006-4518 have on systems?
CVE-2006-4518 can lead to increased CPU consumption, resulting in denial of service on affected systems.
Which versions of Qbik WinGate are affected by CVE-2006-4518?
CVE-2006-4518 affects Qbik WinGate versions 6.1.4 and earlier.
Can CVE-2006-4518 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-4518 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted DNS request.
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