CVE-2014-3979
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.49%
Last modified
CVE-2014-3979 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Bytemark Symbiosis allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted username, which triggers the firewall to blacklist the IP.. EPSS estimates a 2.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Bytemark Symbiosis allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted username, which triggers the firewall to blacklist the IP.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bytemark | Symbiosis | All versions |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/06/10Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/11/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67948Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/06/10Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/11/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67948Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-3979?
Bytemark Symbiosis allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted username, which triggers the firewall to blacklist the IP.
How severe is CVE-2014-3979?
CVE-2014-3979 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3979?
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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