Vulnerability Description
The svc_run function in the RPC implementation in glibc before 2.15 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a large number of RPC connections.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Glibc | <= 2.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=767299
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=767299
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4609?
CVE-2011-4609 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The svc_run function in the RPC implementation in glibc before 2.15 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a large number of RPC connections.
How severe is CVE-2011-4609?
CVE-2011-4609 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-2011-4609?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Glibc.