CVE-2012-6051
First published: Wed Nov 28 2012(Updated: )
Google CityHash computes hash values without properly restricting the ability to trigger hash collisions predictably, which allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via crafted input to an application that maintains a hash table, as demonstrated by a universal multicollision attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google CityHash |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-6051?
CVE-2012-6051 has a moderate severity rating due to potential denial of service risks associated with hash collision attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6051?
To fix CVE-2012-6051, update to a patched version of Google CityHash that addresses hash collision vulnerabilities.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2012-6051?
CVE-2012-6051 is associated with denial of service attacks caused by hash collision exploitation.
Which applications are vulnerable to CVE-2012-6051?
Applications that utilize Google CityHash for hash table management may be vulnerable to CVE-2012-6051.
What are the symptoms of an exploit for CVE-2012-6051?
Symptoms of an exploit for CVE-2012-6051 include excessive CPU consumption and application slowdowns or crashes.
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