REDHAT-BUG-1454621
First published: Tue May 23 2017(Updated: )
It was found that GnuTLS would crash when receiving a client hello message with status_request extension that has a non-empty responder_id_list.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 Traffix Systems Signaling Delivery Controller |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1459795
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1459797
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1459796
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1459798
- https://www.gnutls.org/security.html#GNUTLS-SA-2017-4
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2292
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1454621
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1454621?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1454621 is considered high due to the potential for application crashes.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1454621?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1454621, update to the latest version of GnuTLS that addresses the crash issue.
Which versions of GnuTLS are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1454621?
GnuTLS versions prior to the patch that resolves this vulnerability are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1454621.
What impact does REDHAT-BUG-1454621 have on system security?
REDHAT-BUG-1454621 could lead to Denial of Service (DoS) as a result of GnuTLS crashing when handling specific client hello messages.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1454621?
Currently, there is no official workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1454621; the best mitigation is to apply the available patches.
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