Vulnerability Description
Linux SCTP (lksctp) before 2.6.17 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via incoming IP fragmented (1) COOKIE_ECHO and (2) HEARTBEAT SCTP control chunks.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lksctp | Stream Control Transmission Protocol | <= 2.6.16 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-05/0227.htmlPatch
- http://git.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commitd
- http://labs.musecurity.com/advisories/MU-200605-01.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19990PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20157
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20237
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20398
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20671
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20716
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20914
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21476
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21745
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-161.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1097
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1103
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2272?
CVE-2006-2272 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Linux SCTP (lksctp) before 2.6.17 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via incoming IP fragmented (1) COOKIE_ECHO and (2) HEARTBEAT SCTP control chunks.
How severe is CVE-2006-2272?
CVE-2006-2272 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-2272?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lksctp Stream Control Transmission Protocol.