Vulnerability Description
Off-by-one error in the packet_read_query_section function in packet.c in nsd 3.2.1, and process_query_section in query.c in nsd 2.3.7, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors that trigger a buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nlnetlabs | Nsd | 2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=529418Patch
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=529420Patch
- http://www.nlnetlabs.nl/publications/NSD_vulnerability_announcement.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/05/19/1
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=529418Patch
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=529420Patch
- http://www.nlnetlabs.nl/publications/NSD_vulnerability_announcement.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/05/19/1
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1755?
CVE-2009-1755 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Off-by-one error in the packet_read_query_section function in packet.c in nsd 3.2.1, and process_query_section in query.c in nsd 2.3.7, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and...
How severe is CVE-2009-1755?
CVE-2009-1755 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-2009-1755?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nlnetlabs Nsd.