CVE-2013-6051: Medium severity quagga routing software suite vulnerability
The bgpattrunknown function in bgpattr.c in Quagga 0.99.21 does not properly initialize the total variable, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (bgpd crash) via a crafted BGP update.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6051?
CVE-2013-6051 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause the bgpd daemon to crash.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6051?
To fix CVE-2013-6051, upgrade to Quagga version 0.99.21 or apply patches that address the total variable initialization issue in bgp_attr.c.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-6051?
CVE-2013-6051 affects users of Quagga routing software, specifically version 0.99.21.
What impact does CVE-2013-6051 have on systems?
The impact of CVE-2013-6051 is a potential denial of service where the bgpd service can crash due to a crafted BGP update message.
What is the exploitability of CVE-2013-6051?
CVE-2013-6051 is exploitable remotely, allowing attackers to send malicious BGP update messages to a vulnerable Quagga service.