CVE-2008-1057
First published: Thu Feb 28 2008(Updated: )
The ip6_check_rh0hdr function in netinet6/ip6_input.c in OpenBSD 4.2 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (panic) via malformed IPv6 routing headers.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | =4.2 |
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What is the severity of CVE-2008-1057?
CVE-2008-1057 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1057?
To fix CVE-2008-1057, update to a version of OpenBSD that addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2008-1057?
CVE-2008-1057 affects OpenBSD version 4.2.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2008-1057?
CVE-2008-1057 allows attackers to execute a denial of service attack by exploiting malformed IPv6 routing headers.
When was CVE-2008-1057 disclosed?
CVE-2008-1057 was disclosed in 2008.
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