CVE-2000-0916
UnknownEPSS 5.55%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0916 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. FreeBSD 4.1.1 and earlier, and possibly other BSD-based OSes, uses an insufficient random number generator to generate initial TCP sequence numbers (ISN), which allows remote attackers to spoof TCP connections.. EPSS estimates a 5.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
FreeBSD 4.1.1 and earlier, and possibly other BSD-based OSes, uses an insufficient random number generator to generate initial TCP sequence numbers (ISN), which allows remote attackers to spoof TCP connections.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1.1 |
References
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:52.tcp-iss.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1766Patch, Vendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:52.tcp-iss.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1766Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0916?
FreeBSD 4.1.1 and earlier, and possibly other BSD-based OSes, uses an insufficient random number generator to generate initial TCP sequence numbers (ISN), which allows remote attackers to spoof TCP connections.
How severe is CVE-2000-0916?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0916 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0916?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2000-0916?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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