Vulnerability Description
nfnetlink_log in netfilter in the Linux kernel before 2.6.20.3 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via unspecified vectors involving the (1) nfulnl_recv_config function, (2) using "multiple packets per netlink message", and (3) bridged packets, which trigger a NULL pointer dereference.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.20.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24492Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25228
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25288
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25392
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25961
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26620
- http://www.debian.org/security/2007/dsa-1289
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.20.3
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:171
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_43_kernel.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2007-0347.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22946PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-464-1
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0944
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-1496?
CVE-2007-1496 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). nfnetlink_log in netfilter in the Linux kernel before 2.6.20.3 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via unspecified vectors involving the (1) nfulnl_recv_config function, (2) using "m...
How severe is CVE-2007-1496?
CVE-2007-1496 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-1496?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.