CVE-2011-3169: Medium severity compaq tcp/ip services vulnerability

Published Nov 7, 2011
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the SMTP service implementation in HP TCP/IP Services 5.6 and 5.7 for OpenVMS allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors.

Affected Software

2 affected components
HP Tcp Ip Services Openvms=5.6
HP Tcp Ip Services Openvms=5.7

Event History

Nov 7, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-3169?

CVE-2011-3169 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service, affecting system availability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-3169?

To mitigate CVE-2011-3169, update to the latest patched versions of HP TCP/IP Services for OpenVMS (5.6 or 5.7) as recommended by HP.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2011-3169?

CVE-2011-3169 affects HP TCP/IP Services for OpenVMS versions 5.6 and 5.7.

4

Can CVE-2011-3169 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2011-3169 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to cause a denial of service.

5

When was CVE-2011-3169 reported?

CVE-2011-3169 was reported in 2011, highlighting concerns regarding the SMTP service in HP TCP/IP Services.

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