CVE-2013-6467: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Sun Jan 26 2014(Updated: )
Libreswan 3.7 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and IKE daemon restart) via IKEv2 packets that lack expected payloads.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libreswan | <=3.7 | |
| Libreswan | =3.0 | |
| Libreswan | =3.1 | |
| Libreswan | =3.2 | |
| Libreswan | =3.3 | |
| Libreswan | =3.4 | |
| Libreswan | =3.5 | |
| Libreswan | =3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6467?
CVE-2013-6467 has a moderate severity rating as it can lead to denial of service through IKE daemon restart.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6467?
To fix CVE-2013-6467, upgrade to Libreswan version 3.8 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-6467?
CVE-2013-6467 affects Libreswan versions 3.7 and earlier, including versions 3.0 through 3.6.
Can CVE-2013-6467 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-6467 can be exploited remotely by sending malformed IKEv2 packets.
What is the impact of CVE-2013-6467 on systems?
The impact of CVE-2013-6467 is a denial of service, causing the IKE daemon to crash and restart.
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