Vulnerability Description
xt_sctp in netfilter for Linux kernel before 2.6.17.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via an SCTP chunk with a 0 length.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
References
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.17.1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20703PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20831
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21045
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21179
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21498
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016347
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:123
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_42_kernel.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_47_kernel.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/26680
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/438168/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18550
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2006/0037
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2451
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-3085?
CVE-2006-3085 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). xt_sctp in netfilter for Linux kernel before 2.6.17.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via an SCTP chunk with a 0 length.
How severe is CVE-2006-3085?
CVE-2006-3085 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-2006-3085?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.