CVE-2015-2155: High severity debian linux vulnerability
A flaw was found in tcpdump's force printer. A remote attacker could use this flaw to cause tcpdump to crash, resulting in a denial of service, or possibly execute arbitrary code.
Upstream patch:
http://www.ca.tcpdump.org/cve/0002-test-case-files-for-CVE-2015-2153-2154-2155.patch
Other sources
The force printer in tcpdump before 4.7.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2155?
CVE-2015-2155 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service or arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2155?
To fix CVE-2015-2155, you should update tcpdump to version 4.7.3 or later.
Which versions of tcpdump are affected by CVE-2015-2155?
CVE-2015-2155 affects tcpdump versions up to and including 4.7.0.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2015-2155?
CVE-2015-2155 can be exploited by remote attackers to crash tcpdump or potentially execute unauthorized code.
Is there an upstream patch available for CVE-2015-2155?
Yes, an upstream patch for CVE-2015-2155 is available that addresses the issue.