Vulnerability Description
The print_attr_string function in print-radius.c for tcpdump 3.8.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a RADIUS attribute with a large length value.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.5.2 |
References
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2004-008.0.txt
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/updates/UnixWare/SCOSA-2004.9/SCOSA-2004.9.txt
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20040103-01-U.asc
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20040202-01-U.asc
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000832
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2004/Feb/msg00000.html
- http://lwn.net/Alerts/66445/
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107577418225627&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=tcpdump-workers&m=107325073018070&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10636
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10639
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10644
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10652
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10718
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11022
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0055?
CVE-2004-0055 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The print_attr_string function in print-radius.c for tcpdump 3.8.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a RADIUS attribute with a large length valu...
How severe is CVE-2004-0055?
CVE-2004-0055 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-2004-0055?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lbl Tcpdump.