CVE-2005-0038
UnknownEPSS 6.09%
Last modified
CVE-2005-0038 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DNS implementation of PowerDNS 2.9.16 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a compressed DNS packet with a label length byte with an incorrect offset, which could trigger an infinite loop.. EPSS estimates a 6.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The DNS implementation of PowerDNS 2.9.16 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a compressed DNS packet with a label length byte with an incorrect offset, which could trigger an infinite loop.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerdns | Powerdns | <= 2.9.16 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.0_rc1 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.8 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.0 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.1 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.2 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.3a |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.4 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.5 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.6 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.7 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.8 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.10 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.11 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.12 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.13 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.14 |
| Powerdns | Powerdns | 2.9.15 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-0038?
The DNS implementation of PowerDNS 2.9.16 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a compressed DNS packet with a label length byte with an incorrect offset, which could trigger an infinite loop.
How severe is CVE-2005-0038?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0038 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0038?
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.
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