CVE-2009-4441: Medium severity sun one directory server vulnerability

Published Dec 28, 2009
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Updated

Directory Proxy Server (DPS) in Sun Java System Directory Server Enterprise Edition 6.0 through 6.3.1 does not enable the SOKEEPALIVE socket option, which makes it easier for remote attackers to cause a denial of service (connection slot exhaustion) via multiple connections, aka Bug Id 6782659.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Sun Java System Directory Server=6.0
Sun Java System Directory Server=6.1-enterprise
Sun Java System Directory Server=6.2-enterprise
Sun Java System Directory Server=6.3-enterprise
Sun Java System Directory Server=6.3.1-enterprise

Event History

Dec 28, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4441?

CVE-2009-4441 is categorized with a medium severity due to its potential for remote denial-of-service attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-4441?

To fix CVE-2009-4441, ensure that the SO_KEEPALIVE socket option is enabled in the server configuration.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2009-4441?

CVE-2009-4441 affects Sun Java System Directory Server versions 6.0 through 6.3.1.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2009-4441?

The impact of CVE-2009-4441 is a denial of service through connection slot exhaustion due to multiple unmaintained connections.

5

Who is at risk from CVE-2009-4441?

Organizations using vulnerable versions of the Sun Java System Directory Server are at risk from CVE-2009-4441.

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