Vulnerability Description
The OSPF implementation in IBM i 6.1 and 7.1, in z/OS on zSeries servers, and in Networking Operating System (aka NOS, formerly BLADE Operating System) does not properly validate Link State Advertisement (LSA) type 1 packets before performing operations on the LSA database, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (routing disruption) or obtain sensitive packet information via a crafted LSA packet, a related issue to CVE-2013-0149.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | I | 6.1 |
| Ibm | Z\/Os | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg3T1019716
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=nas8N1010309Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/229804US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/BLUU-985QTG
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg3T1019716
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=nas8N1010309Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/229804US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/BLUU-985QTG
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-5385?
CVE-2013-5385 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.5 (HIGH). The OSPF implementation in IBM i 6.1 and 7.1, in z/OS on zSeries servers, and in Networking Operating System (aka NOS, formerly BLADE Operating System) does not properly validate Link State Advertisem...
How severe is CVE-2013-5385?
CVE-2013-5385 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-5385?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm I, Ibm Z\/Os.