CVE-2006-0956
UnknownEPSS 0.63%
Last modified
CVE-2006-0956 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. nuauth in NuFW before 1.0.21 does not properly handle blocking TLS sockets, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (service hang) by flooding packets at the authentication server.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
nuauth in NuFW before 1.0.21 does not properly handle blocking TLS sockets, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (service hang) by flooding packets at the authentication server.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nufw | Nufw Firewall | 1.0.20 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19046Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.nufw.org/+NuFW-1-21-minor-security-fix+.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19046Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.nufw.org/+NuFW-1-21-minor-security-fix+.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-0956?
nuauth in NuFW before 1.0.21 does not properly handle blocking TLS sockets, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (service hang) by flooding packets at the authentication server.
How severe is CVE-2006-0956?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-0956 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0956?
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-2006-0956?
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