Vulnerability Description
PowerDNS Recursor before 3.1.6 does not always use the strongest random number generator for source port selection, which makes it easier for remote attack vectors to conduct DNS cache poisoning. NOTE: this is related to incomplete integration of security improvements associated with addressing CVE-2008-1637.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerdns | Recursor | <= 3.1.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://doc.powerdns.com/changelog.html#CHANGELOG-RECURSOR-3-1-6
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31311
- http://wiki.powerdns.com/cgi-bin/trac.fcgi/changeset/1179Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/09/10
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/10/6
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/16/12
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30782
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43925
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-July/msg01353.html
- http://doc.powerdns.com/changelog.html#CHANGELOG-RECURSOR-3-1-6
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31311
- http://wiki.powerdns.com/cgi-bin/trac.fcgi/changeset/1179Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/09/10
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/10/6
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/16/12
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3217?
CVE-2008-3217 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). PowerDNS Recursor before 3.1.6 does not always use the strongest random number generator for source port selection, which makes it easier for remote attack vectors to conduct DNS cache poisoning. NOT...
How severe is CVE-2008-3217?
CVE-2008-3217 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3217?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Powerdns Recursor.