REDHAT-BUG-1456795: Medium severity open vswitch vulnerability
A vulnerability in openvswitch was found. While parsing an OFPTQUEUEGETCONFIGREPLY type OFP 1.0 message, there is a buffer over-read that is caused by an unsigned integer underflow in the function ofputilpullqueuegetconfigreply10 in lib/ofp-util.c.
References:
https://mail.openvswitch.org/pipermail/ovs-dev/2017-May/332711.html
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1456795?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1456795 is classified as high due to the potential for a buffer over-read.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1456795?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1456795, it is recommended to update Open vSwitch to the latest patched version provided by the vendor.
Which software versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1456795?
REDHAT-BUG-1456795 affects the Open vSwitch software but specific version numbers are not listed in the provided information.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1456795?
REDHAT-BUG-1456795 is a buffer over-read vulnerability caused by an unsigned integer underflow.
Can REDHAT-BUG-1456795 lead to a security breach?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1456795 can potentially lead to security breaches if exploited, as it may allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.