Vulnerability Description
sys/netinet6/icmp6.c in the kernel in FreeBSD 6.3 through 7.1, NetBSD 3.0 through 4.0, and possibly other operating systems does not properly check the proposed new MTU in an ICMPv6 Packet Too Big Message, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (panic) via a crafted Packet Too Big Message.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 6.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://ftp.netbsd.org/pub/NetBSD/security/advisories/NetBSD-SA2008-015.txt.asc
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31745Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32401
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35074
- http://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-08:09.icmp6.ascPatch
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3467
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31004Patch
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020820
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021111
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0633
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1297
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44908
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3530?
CVE-2008-3530 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). sys/netinet6/icmp6.c in the kernel in FreeBSD 6.3 through 7.1, NetBSD 3.0 through 4.0, and possibly other operating systems does not properly check the proposed new MTU in an ICMPv6 Packet Too Big Mes...
How severe is CVE-2008-3530?
CVE-2008-3530 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3530?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.