Vulnerability Description
NetBSD 3.0, 3.1, and 4.0, when a pppoe instance exists, does not properly check the length of a PPPoE packet tag, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafted PPPoE packet.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://ftp.netbsd.org/pub/NetBSD/security/advisories/NetBSD-SA2008-010.txt.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31597Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3467
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30838
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020749
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0633
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44679
- ftp://ftp.netbsd.org/pub/NetBSD/security/advisories/NetBSD-SA2008-010.txt.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31597Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3467
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30838
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020749
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0633
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44679
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3584?
CVE-2008-3584 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). NetBSD 3.0, 3.1, and 4.0, when a pppoe instance exists, does not properly check the length of a PPPoE packet tag, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafte...
How severe is CVE-2008-3584?
CVE-2008-3584 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3584?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netbsd Netbsd.