REDHAT-BUG-555658
First published: Fri Jan 15 2010(Updated: )
Description of problem: Reported by our customer, via IT#371682. a flaw was found in the sctp_rcv_ootb() function in the Linux kernel Stream Control Transmission Protocol (SCTP) implementation. A remote attacker could send a specially-crafted SCTP packet to a target system, resulting in a denial of service. Acknowledgements: Red Hat would like to thank Telesys Software for responsibly reporting this issue.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Linux |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=555658#c3
- http://git.kernel.org/linus/ece25dfa0991f65c4e1d26beb1c3c45bda4239b8
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010-0147.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010-0146.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010-0148.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010-0149.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010-0172.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2010-0342.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=555658
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-555658?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-555658 is classified as high due to the potential for denial of service attacks.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-555658?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-555658, you should update the Linux kernel to the latest version provided by Red Hat.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-555658?
Users of the Red Hat Linux kernel that utilize SCTP may be affected by REDHAT-BUG-555658.
What can an attacker do with REDHAT-BUG-555658?
An attacker can exploit REDHAT-BUG-555658 by sending a specially-crafted SCTP packet to achieve a denial of service.
When was REDHAT-BUG-555658 reported?
REDHAT-BUG-555658 was reported following customer feedback through an internal ticket.
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