Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-1457329

First published: Wed May 31 2017(Updated: )

In lib/conntrack.c in the firewall implementation in Open vSwitch, there is a buffer over-read while parsing malformed TCP, UDP, and IPv6 packets in the functions `extract_l3_ipv6`, `extract_l4_tcp`, and `extract_l4_udp` that can be triggered remotely. References: <a href="https://mail.openvswitch.org/pipermail/ovs-dev/2017-March/329323.html">https://mail.openvswitch.org/pipermail/ovs-dev/2017-March/329323.html</a>

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Open vSwitch

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1457329?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1457329 is classified as important due to the potential for remote exploitation.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1457329?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-1457329, you should update Open vSwitch to the latest version that contains the security patch.

  • What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1457329?

    REDHAT-BUG-1457329 affects systems running Open vSwitch, particularly in configurations utilizing TCP, UDP, and IPv6.

  • Can REDHAT-BUG-1457329 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1457329 can be exploited remotely by sending malformed TCP, UDP, or IPv6 packets.

  • What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1457329?

    REDHAT-BUG-1457329 is a buffer over-read vulnerability in the Open vSwitch firewall implementation.

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