Vulnerability Description
The Stream Control Transmission Protocol (SCTP) module in FreeBSD 9.3 before p33, 10.1 before p26, and 10.2 before p9, when the kernel is configured for IPv6, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure or NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic) via a crafted ICMPv6 packet.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 9.3 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135369/FreeBSD-SCTP-ICMPv6-Denial-Of-Servic
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034673
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39305/
- https://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-16:01.sctp.ascVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135369/FreeBSD-SCTP-ICMPv6-Denial-Of-Servic
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034673
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39305/
- https://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-16:01.sctp.ascVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1879?
CVE-2016-1879 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The Stream Control Transmission Protocol (SCTP) module in FreeBSD 9.3 before p33, 10.1 before p26, and 10.2 before p9, when the kernel is configured for IPv6, allows remote attackers to cause a denial...
How severe is CVE-2016-1879?
CVE-2016-1879 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-2016-1879?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.