CVE-2008-0852
UnknownEPSS 6.23%
Last modified
CVE-2008-0852 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. freeSSHd 1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a SSH2_MSG_NEWKEYS packet to TCP port 22, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.. EPSS estimates a 6.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
freeSSHd 1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a SSH2_MSG_NEWKEYS packet to TCP port 22, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freesshd | Freesshd | <= 1.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29002Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29002Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-0852?
freeSSHd 1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a SSH2_MSG_NEWKEYS packet to TCP port 22, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
How severe is CVE-2008-0852?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0852 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0852?
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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