HIGH · 10.0

CVE-2001-0969

ipfw in FreeBSD does not properly handle the use of "me" in its rules when point to point interfaces are used, which causes ipfw to allow connections from arbitrary remote hosts.

Vulnerability Description

ipfw in FreeBSD does not properly handle the use of "me" in its rules when point to point interfaces are used, which causes ipfw to allow connections from arbitrary remote hosts.

CVSS Score

10.0

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
FreebsdFreebsd4.3

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2001-0969?

CVE-2001-0969 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). ipfw in FreeBSD does not properly handle the use of "me" in its rules when point to point interfaces are used, which causes ipfw to allow connections from arbitrary remote hosts.

How severe is CVE-2001-0969?

CVE-2001-0969 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0969?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.