Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the cluster_process_heartbeat function in cluster.c in layer 2 tunneling protocol network server (l2tpns) before 2.1.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a large heartbeat packet.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| L2Tpns | L2Tpns | 1.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 3.1 |
References
- http://l2tpns.cvs.sourceforge.net/l2tpns/l2tpns/cluster.c?r1=1.53&r2=1.54Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23230PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23333PatchVendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?group_id=97282&release_id=468202Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1230PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4860
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30732
- http://l2tpns.cvs.sourceforge.net/l2tpns/l2tpns/cluster.c?r1=1.53&r2=1.54Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23230PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23333PatchVendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?group_id=97282&release_id=468202Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1230PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4860
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5873?
CVE-2006-5873 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the cluster_process_heartbeat function in cluster.c in layer 2 tunneling protocol network server (l2tpns) before 2.1.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a la...
How severe is CVE-2006-5873?
CVE-2006-5873 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-2006-5873?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: L2Tpns L2Tpns, Debian Debian Linux.