REDHAT-BUG-804770
First published: Mon Mar 19 2012(Updated: )
It was reported [1],[2] that MaraDNS suffers from a flaw where it is susceptible to spoofing attacks. Due to an error in the cache update policy, which does not properly handle revoked domain names, a remote attacker could keep a domain name resolvable after it has been deleted from the registration. This flaw is fixed in versions 1.3.0.7.15 and 1.4.12, and is reported to affect all prior versions. [1] <a href="http://www.maradns.org/changelog.html">http://www.maradns.org/changelog.html</a> [2] <a href="https://secunia.com/advisories/48492/">https://secunia.com/advisories/48492/</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MaraDNS | <1.3.0.7.15<1.4.12 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.maradns.org/changelog.html
- https://secunia.com/advisories/48492/
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=804776
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=804777
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/20/10
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=804770
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-804770?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-804770 is considered high due to the potential for spoofing attacks.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-804770?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-804770, update MaraDNS to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.
What type of attack is associated with REDHAT-BUG-804770?
REDHAT-BUG-804770 is associated with spoofing attacks due to improper handling of revoked domain names.
Which versions of MaraDNS are affected by REDHAT-BUG-804770?
MaraDNS versions up to 1.3.0.7.15 and 1.4.12 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-804770.
What impact does REDHAT-BUG-804770 have on users?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-804770 allows remote attackers to keep revoked domain names resolvable, potentially leading to security breaches.
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