CVE-2014-7250
First published: Fri Dec 12 2014(Updated: )
The TCP stack in 4.3BSD Net/2, as used in FreeBSD 5.4, NetBSD possibly 2.0, and OpenBSD possibly 3.6, does not properly implement the session timer, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via crafted packets.
Credit: vultures@jpcert.or.jp
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| BSD | =4.3 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =5.4 | |
| NetBSD current | =2.0 | |
| OpenBSD | =3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-7250?
CVE-2014-7250 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7250?
To fix CVE-2014-7250, apply the appropriate patches or updates for your operating system version.
What systems are affected by CVE-2014-7250?
CVE-2014-7250 affects 4.3BSD Net/2, FreeBSD 5.4, NetBSD 2.0, and OpenBSD 3.6.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-7250 enable?
CVE-2014-7250 allows remote attackers to perform denial of service attacks through crafted packets.
Can I exploit CVE-2014-7250 remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-7250 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted packets.
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