CVE-2014-8601
First published: Wed Dec 10 2014(Updated: )
PowerDNS Recursor before 3.6.2 does not limit delegation chaining, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service ("performance degradations") via a large or infinite number of referrals, as demonstrated by resolving domains hosted by ezdns.it.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian GNU/Linux | =7.0 | |
| PowerDNS | <=3.6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8601?
CVE-2014-8601 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service by degrading performance.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8601?
To fix CVE-2014-8601, upgrade PowerDNS Recursor to version 3.6.2 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-8601 allow?
CVE-2014-8601 allows remote attackers to cause performance degradation through excessive delegation chaining.
Which versions of PowerDNS are affected by CVE-2014-8601?
CVE-2014-8601 affects all versions of PowerDNS Recursor prior to 3.6.2.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2014-8601?
Systems running Debian Linux 7.0 and PowerDNS Recursor versions up to and including 3.6.1 are vulnerable to CVE-2014-8601.
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