Vulnerability Description
The netfilter/iptables module in Linux before 2.6.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) or bypass firewall rules via crafted packets, which are not properly handled by the skb_checksum_help function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20060402-01-U
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000945Patch
- http://oss.sgi.com/archives/netdev/2005-01/msg01036.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19369Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19374Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19607Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1017
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1018
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:218
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-283.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-284.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-293.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-366.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12598
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0449?
CVE-2005-0449 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). The netfilter/iptables module in Linux before 2.6.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) or bypass firewall rules via crafted packets, which are not properly handled b...
How severe is CVE-2005-0449?
CVE-2005-0449 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-0449?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.