HIGH · 7.5

CVE-2001-1572

The MAC module in Netfilter in Linux kernel 2.4.1 through 2.4.11, when configured to filter based on MAC addresses, allows remote attackers to bypass packet filters via small packets.

Vulnerability Description

The MAC module in Netfilter in Linux kernel 2.4.1 through 2.4.11, when configured to filter based on MAC addresses, allows remote attackers to bypass packet filters via small packets.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

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

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.1

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2001-1572?

CVE-2001-1572 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The MAC module in Netfilter in Linux kernel 2.4.1 through 2.4.11, when configured to filter based on MAC addresses, allows remote attackers to bypass packet filters via small packets.

How severe is CVE-2001-1572?

CVE-2001-1572 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1572?

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