CVE-2016-10396
First published: Thu Jul 06 2017(Updated: )
The racoon daemon in IPsec-Tools 0.8.2 contains a remotely exploitable computational-complexity attack when parsing and storing ISAKMP fragments. The implementation permits a remote attacker to exhaust computational resources on the remote endpoint by repeatedly sending ISAKMP fragment packets in a particular order such that the worst-case computational complexity is realized in the algorithm utilized to determine if reassembly of the fragments can take place.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ipsec-tools | =0.8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10396?
CVE-2016-10396 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10396?
To fix CVE-2016-10396, upgrade to an updated version of the IPsec-Tools software that addresses this vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-10396?
The impact of CVE-2016-10396 includes the potential exhaustion of computational resources on the affected remote endpoint.
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-10396?
CVE-2016-10396 specifically affects IPsec-Tools version 0.8.2.
Is CVE-2016-10396 a DOS attack?
Yes, CVE-2016-10396 can lead to a denial of service condition due to resource exhaustion caused by ISAKMP fragment packets.
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