Vulnerability Description
The mime_hdr_cmp function in crypto/asn1/asn_mime.c in OpenSSL 0.9.8t and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted S/MIME message.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openssl | Openssl | <= 0.9.8t |
References
- http://cvs.openssl.org/chngview?cn=22144Patch
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=133728068926468&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=openssl-dev&m=115685408414194&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36533
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48153
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48516
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48899
- http://www.mail-archive.com/openssl-dev%40openssl.org/msg30305.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/02/27/10
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/02/28/14
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2009-1335.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52181
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1424-1
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=748738Patch
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=798100Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-7250?
CVE-2006-7250 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The mime_hdr_cmp function in crypto/asn1/asn_mime.c in OpenSSL 0.9.8t and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted S/...
How severe is CVE-2006-7250?
CVE-2006-7250 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-2006-7250?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openssl Openssl.