CVE-2011-0282: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Feb 10 2011(Updated: )
The Key Distribution Center (KDC) in MIT Kerberos 5 (aka krb5) 1.6.x through 1.9, when an LDAP backend is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference or buffer over-read, and daemon crash) via a crafted principal name.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =5-1.6.3 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.6 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.6.1 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.6.2 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.7 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.7.1 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.8 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.8.1 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.8.2 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.8.3 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://web.mit.edu/kerberos/advisories/MITKRB5-SA-2011-002.txt
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0199.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0330
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46271
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:024
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0333
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43275
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0200.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43273
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43260
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:025
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0347
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025037
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0464
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-02/msg00004.html
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8073
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46397
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2011-0012.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/65323
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/520102/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516299/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0282?
CVE-2011-0282 has a severity rating that indicates it could lead to denial of service due to a NULL pointer dereference or buffer over-read.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0282?
To fix CVE-2011-0282, upgrade to a patched version of MIT Kerberos 5 that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2011-0282?
CVE-2011-0282 affects MIT Kerberos 5 versions 1.6.x up to 1.9 when using an LDAP backend.
Can CVE-2011-0282 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-0282 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a daemon crash.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-0282?
CVE-2011-0282 is a denial of service vulnerability resulting from improper handling of crafted principal names.
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