CVE-2005-1267
UnknownEPSS 13.50%
Last modified
CVE-2005-1267 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The bgp_update_print function in tcpdump 3.x does not properly handle a -1 return value from the decode_prefix4 function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted BGP packet.. EPSS estimates a 13.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The bgp_update_print function in tcpdump 3.x does not properly handle a -1 return value from the decode_prefix4 function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted BGP packet.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.4 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.4a6 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.5 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.5.2 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.5_alpha |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.6.2 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.6.3 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.7 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.7.1 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.7.2 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.8.1 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.8.2 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.8.3 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.9 |
| Lbl | Tcpdump | 3.9.1 |
| Gentoo | Linux | All versions |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 10.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 10.2 |
| Redhat | Fedora Core | core_3.0 |
| Redhat | Fedora Core | core_4.0 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2.0 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2.1 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15634/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-announce-list/2005-June/msg00007.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2005/0028/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=159208Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15634/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-announce-list/2005-June/msg00007.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2005/0028/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=159208Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-1267?
The bgp_update_print function in tcpdump 3.x does not properly handle a -1 return value from the decode_prefix4 function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted BGP packet.
How severe is CVE-2005-1267?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1267 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 13.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1267?
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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