REDHAT-BUG-1457335
First published: Wed May 31 2017(Updated: )
In Open vSwitch there is a buffer over-read while parsing the group mod OpenFlow message sent from the controller in `lib/ofp-util.c` in the function `ofputil_pull_ofp15_group_mod`. References: <a href="https://mail.openvswitch.org/pipermail/ovs-dev/2017-May/332965.html">https://mail.openvswitch.org/pipermail/ovs-dev/2017-May/332965.html</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Open vSwitch |
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Reference Links
- https://mail.openvswitch.org/pipermail/ovs-dev/2017-May/332965.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1456797
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2418
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2553
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2648
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2665
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2692
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2698
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2727
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1457335
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1457335?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1457335 is classified as high due to the potential for buffer over-read vulnerabilities.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1457335?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1457335, update Open vSwitch to the latest version that includes the security patch.
What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1457335?
REDHAT-BUG-1457335 affects all versions of Open vSwitch that are vulnerable to the buffer over-read issue.
What kind of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1457335?
REDHAT-BUG-1457335 is a buffer over-read vulnerability that occurs while parsing the group mod OpenFlow message.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1457335?
There is no official workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1457335, and applying the relevant patches is the recommended action.
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