Vulnerability Description
The DNS packet parsing/generation code in PowerDNS (aka pdns) Authoritative Server 3.4.x before 3.4.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via crafted query packets.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerdns | Authoritative | >= 3.4.0, < 3.4.6 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3347Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033475Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://doc.powerdns.com/md/security/powerdns-advisory-2015-02/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3347Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033475Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://doc.powerdns.com/md/security/powerdns-advisory-2015-02/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5230?
CVE-2015-5230 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The DNS packet parsing/generation code in PowerDNS (aka pdns) Authoritative Server 3.4.x before 3.4.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via crafted query packets.
How severe is CVE-2015-5230?
CVE-2015-5230 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5230?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Powerdns Authoritative, Debian Debian Linux.