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CVE-2008-6123

UnknownEPSS 2.92%

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CVE-2008-6123 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The netsnmp_udp_fmtaddr function (snmplib/snmpUDPDomain.c) in net-snmp 5.0.9 through 5.4.2.1, when using TCP wrappers for client authorization, does not properly parse hosts.allow rules, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and execute SNMP queries, related to "source/destination IP address confusion.". EPSS estimates a 2.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The netsnmp_udp_fmtaddr function (snmplib/snmpUDPDomain.c) in net-snmp 5.0.9 through 5.4.2.1, when using TCP wrappers for client authorization, does not properly parse hosts.allow rules, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and execute SNMP queries, related to "source/destination IP address confusion."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.92%

85.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Net-SnmpNet-Snmp>= 5.0.9, <= 5.4.2.1
OpensuseOpensuse10.3-11.1
OpensuseOpensuse11.2
SuseLinux Enterprise9-11
RedhatEnterprise Linux3.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-6123?
The netsnmp_udp_fmtaddr function (snmplib/snmpUDPDomain.c) in net-snmp 5.0.9 through 5.4.2.1, when using TCP wrappers for client authorization, does not properly parse hosts.allow rules, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and execute SNMP queries, related to "source/destination IP address confusion."
How severe is CVE-2008-6123?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6123 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6123?
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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Source: NVD / NIST