CVE-2011-0283: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Feb 10 2011(Updated: )
The Key Distribution Center (KDC) in MIT Kerberos 5 (aka krb5) 1.9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and daemon crash) via a malformed request packet that does not trigger a response packet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MIT Kerberos 5 Application | =1.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://web.mit.edu/kerberos/advisories/MITKRB5-SA-2011-002.txt
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43260
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46272
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0330
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025037
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8073
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516299/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0283?
CVE-2011-0283 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0283?
To fix CVE-2011-0283, upgrade your MIT Kerberos 5 installation to a version beyond 1.9 where the vulnerability is addressed.
Who is affected by CVE-2011-0283?
CVE-2011-0283 affects users of MIT Kerberos 5 version 1.9.
What kind of attack does CVE-2011-0283 enable?
CVE-2011-0283 allows remote attackers to crash the KDC through a malformed request packet.
What can be the impact of exploiting CVE-2011-0283?
Exploiting CVE-2011-0283 can lead to a denial of service condition, causing the KDC daemon to crash.
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