REDHAT-BUG-1946914
First published: Wed Apr 07 2021(Updated: )
A local Dos in avahi-daemon that can be triggered by trying to resolve badly-formatted hostnames on the /run/avahi-daemon/socket interface. References: <a href="https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=986018">https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=986018</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Avahi AutoIP Daemon |
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Reference Links
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=986018
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1946916
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1946914#c3
- https://github.com/lathiat/avahi/commit/80c98fa16782e921f5b5d5c880f1d80f5c43bd49
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1946914#c12
- https://github.com/lathiat/avahi/issues/338
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1989381
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:6707
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1946914
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1946914?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1946914 is classified as a local denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1946914?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1946914, ensure that you update avahi-daemon to the latest available version that addresses this issue.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1946914?
Users and systems running avahi-daemon with access to the local socket interface are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1946914.
What component is involved in REDHAT-BUG-1946914?
The component involved in REDHAT-BUG-1946914 is the avahi-daemon.
Can REDHAT-BUG-1946914 be exploited remotely?
No, REDHAT-BUG-1946914 requires local access to exploit, making it a local denial of service issue.
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