Vulnerability Description
The DNS implementation of PowerDNS 2.9.16 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a compressed DNS packet with a label length byte with an incorrect offset, which could trigger an infinite loop.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerdns | Powerdns | <= 2.9.16 |
References
- http://www.niscc.gov.uk/niscc/docs/al-20050524-00433.html
- http://www.niscc.gov.uk/niscc/docs/re-20050524-00432.pdf?lang=en
- http://www.osvdb.org/25291
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13729
- http://www.niscc.gov.uk/niscc/docs/al-20050524-00433.html
- http://www.niscc.gov.uk/niscc/docs/re-20050524-00432.pdf?lang=en
- http://www.osvdb.org/25291
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13729
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0038?
CVE-2005-0038 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The DNS implementation of PowerDNS 2.9.16 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a compressed DNS packet with a label length byte with an incorrect offset, which could tr...
How severe is CVE-2005-0038?
CVE-2005-0038 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-2005-0038?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Powerdns Powerdns.