CVE-2007-0343
First published: Thu Jan 18 2007(Updated: )
OpenBSD before 20070116 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and CPU consumption) via certain IPv6 ICMP (aka ICMP6) echo request packets.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | <=4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0343?
CVE-2007-0343 is considered a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to high CPU consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0343?
To mitigate CVE-2007-0343, upgrade OpenBSD to version 4.1 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2007-0343 have on systems?
CVE-2007-0343 allows remote attackers to cause an infinite loop and result in denial of service on affected OpenBSD systems.
Which versions of OpenBSD are affected by CVE-2007-0343?
OpenBSD versions prior to 4.1, specifically those before 20070116, are affected by CVE-2007-0343.
Is CVE-2007-0343 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2007-0343 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited via specially crafted IPv6 ICMP echo request packets.
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