CVE-2010-0308: Input Validation

Published Feb 3, 2010
·
Updated

lib/rfc1035.c in Squid 2.x, 3.0 through 3.0.STABLE22, and 3.1 through 3.1.0.15 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure) via a crafted DNS packet that only contains a header.

Affected Software

46 affected components
Squid-Cache Squid=2.0
Squid-Cache Squid=2.1
Squid-Cache Squid=2.2
Squid-Cache Squid=2.3
Squid-Cache Squid=2.4
Squid-Cache Squid=2.5
Squid-Cache Squid=2.6
Squid-Cache Squid=2.7
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable1
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable2
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable3
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable4
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable5
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable6
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable7
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable8
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable9
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable11
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable12
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable13
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable14
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable15
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable16
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable17
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable18
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable19
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable20
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable21
Squid-Cache Squid=3.0.stable22
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.1
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.2
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.3
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.4
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.5
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.6
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.7
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.8
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.9
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.10
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.11
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.12
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.13
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.14
Squid-Cache Squid=3.1.0.15

Event History

Feb 3, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:30 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0308?

The severity of CVE-2010-0308 is considered high as it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through crafted DNS packets.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0308?

To fix CVE-2010-0308, upgrade to a patched version of Squid that addresses the vulnerability, such as Squid 3.1.0.16 or later.

3

Which versions of Squid are affected by CVE-2010-0308?

CVE-2010-0308 affects Squid versions 2.x, 3.0 through 3.0.STABLE22, and 3.1 through 3.1.0.15.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2010-0308 enable?

CVE-2010-0308 enables a denial of service attack by triggering an assertion failure in the Squid proxy server.

5

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2010-0308?

Temporary workarounds for CVE-2010-0308 include filtering out malicious DNS packets, but the best practice is to apply the software updates.

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