CVE-2015-5694
First published: Tue Jul 21 2015(Updated: )
Designate does not enforce the DNS protocol limit concerning record set sizes
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/designate | 1:11.0.0-2 1:15.0.0-4 1:19.0.0-1 | |
| pip/designate | =2015.1.0b2 | |
| OpenStack Designate | =1.0.0-a0 | |
| OpenStack Designate | =1.0.0.0-b1 | |
| OpenStack Designate | =2015.1.0 | |
| Red Hat OpenStack Platform | =7 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =10.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/28/11
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/29/6
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2015-5694
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2015-5694
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2015/q3/226
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/designate/+bug/1471161
- http://lists.openstack.org/pipermail/openstack/2015-July/013548.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1247952
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1245241
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2015-5694
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/designate/PYSEC-2019-243.yaml
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-c33m-22cr-j9x4 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5694?
CVE-2015-5694 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause an infinite loop and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5694?
To fix CVE-2015-5694, upgrade Designate to a version that is not affected, such as 1:11.0.0-2, 1:15.0.0-4, or 1:19.0.0-1.
Which versions of Designate are affected by CVE-2015-5694?
Affected versions of Designate include any prior to 1:11.0.0-2, 1:15.0.0-4, and 1:19.0.0-1, as well as 2015.1.0b2.
What impact does CVE-2015-5694 have on OpenStack installations?
CVE-2015-5694 can cause OpenStack's Designate component to enter an infinite loop, leading to service disruption.
Is CVE-2015-5694 relevant for DNS management in OpenStack?
Yes, CVE-2015-5694 directly affects the processing of DNS records in OpenStack's Designate, making it critical for DNS management.
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