CVE-2019-3982: Input Validation
First published: Wed Oct 23 2019(Updated: )
Nessus versions 8.6.0 and earlier were found to contain a Denial of Service vulnerability due to improper validation of specific imported scan types. An authenticated, remote attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability to cause a Nessus scanner to become temporarily unresponsive.
Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable Nessus | <=8.6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-3982?
CVE-2019-3982 is a Denial of Service vulnerability found in Nessus versions 8.6.0 and earlier.
How does CVE-2019-3982 affect Nessus?
CVE-2019-3982 affects Nessus versions 8.6.0 and earlier by causing the scanner to become temporarily unresponsive.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-3982?
An authenticated, remote attacker could potentially exploit CVE-2019-3982 by causing a Nessus scanner to become temporarily unresponsive.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3982?
CVE-2019-3982 has a severity rating of medium (6.5).
How can I fix CVE-2019-3982?
To fix CVE-2019-3982, users should update to a version of Nessus that is 8.6.0 or later.
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