Vulnerability Description
Multiple integer signedness errors in the BGP dissector in Ethereal 0.9.7 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via malformed messages.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ethereal Group | Ethereal | <= 0.9.7 |
References
- http://www.ethereal.com/appnotes/enpa-sa-00007.htmlPatchVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.ethereal.com/cgi-bin/viewcvs.cgi/ethereal/packet-bgp.c.diff?r1=1.68&rURL Repurposed
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-290.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ethereal.com/appnotes/enpa-sa-00007.htmlPatchVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.ethereal.com/cgi-bin/viewcvs.cgi/ethereal/packet-bgp.c.diff?r1=1.68&rURL Repurposed
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-290.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1355?
CVE-2002-1355 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Multiple integer signedness errors in the BGP dissector in Ethereal 0.9.7 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via malformed messages.
How severe is CVE-2002-1355?
CVE-2002-1355 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1355?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ethereal Group Ethereal.