Vulnerability Description
PowerDNS (aka pdns) Authoritative Server 3.4.4 before 3.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and server crash) via crafted query packets.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerdns | Authoritative | 3.4.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/171865.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/171976.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/172193.h
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/11/09/3
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034098
- https://doc.powerdns.com/md/security/powerdns-advisory-2015-03/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/171865.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/171976.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/172193.h
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/11/09/3
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034098
- https://doc.powerdns.com/md/security/powerdns-advisory-2015-03/PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5311?
CVE-2015-5311 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). PowerDNS (aka pdns) Authoritative Server 3.4.4 before 3.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and server crash) via crafted query packets.
How severe is CVE-2015-5311?
CVE-2015-5311 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-2015-5311?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Powerdns Authoritative.