Vulnerability Description
Snort before 2.8.5.1, when the -v option is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted IPv6 packet that uses the (1) TCP or (2) ICMP protocol.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Snort | Snort | <= 2.8.3.5 |
References
- http://dl.snort.org/snort-current/release_notes_2851.txtVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=125649553414700&w=2
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2009/Oct/299ExploitPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37135Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1023076
- http://vrt-sourcefire.blogspot.com/2009/10/snort-2851-release.htmlPatch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/10/25/5
- http://www.osvdb.org/59159
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36795ExploitPatch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3014Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=530863Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53912
- http://dl.snort.org/snort-current/release_notes_2851.txtVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=125649553414700&w=2
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2009/Oct/299ExploitPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3641?
CVE-2009-3641 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Snort before 2.8.5.1, when the -v option is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted IPv6 packet that uses the (1) TCP or (2) ICMP protocol.
How severe is CVE-2009-3641?
CVE-2009-3641 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-3641?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Snort Snort.