CVE-2006-4623
First published: Mon Sep 11 2006(Updated: )
The Unidirectional Lightweight Encapsulation (ULE) decapsulation component in dvb-core/dvb_net.c in the dvb driver in the Linux kernel 2.6.17.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an SNDU length of 0 in a ULE packet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux kernel | =2.6.17.8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.17.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2006/8/20/278
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19939
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21820
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0689.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22292
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22382
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-721
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22441
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-249.htm
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22945
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_79_kernel.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/471457
- http://www.debian.org/security/2007/dsa-1304
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:182
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-489-1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25714
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25691
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23474
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26139
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3551
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9775
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/448998/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4623?
CVE-2006-4623 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause denial of service conditions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4623?
To fix CVE-2006-4623, you should upgrade to a newer version of the Linux kernel that does not contain this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-4623?
CVE-2006-4623 specifically affects Linux kernel version 2.6.17.8.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2006-4623?
Exploiting CVE-2006-4623 can lead to a crash of the affected Linux kernel, resulting in denial of service.
Who can exploit CVE-2006-4623?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2006-4623 by sending specially crafted ULE packets with a SNDU length of 0.
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