Vulnerability Description
The DSS verification code in Dropbear SSH Server before 0.43 frees uninitialized variables, which might allow remote attackers to gain access.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dropbear Ssh Project | Dropbear Ssh | < 0.43 |
References
- http://matt.ucc.asn.au/dropbear/CHANGESVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12153Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28935Third Party Advisory
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080949c7a.sThird Party Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/8137Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10803Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0543Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16810Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40490Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://matt.ucc.asn.au/dropbear/CHANGESVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12153Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28935Third Party Advisory
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080949c7a.sThird Party Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/8137Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10803Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-2486?
CVE-2004-2486 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The DSS verification code in Dropbear SSH Server before 0.43 frees uninitialized variables, which might allow remote attackers to gain access.
How severe is CVE-2004-2486?
CVE-2004-2486 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-2004-2486?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dropbear Ssh Project Dropbear Ssh.