CVE-2004-0183: Medium severity tcpdump tcpdump vulnerability

Published Apr 6, 2004
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Updated

TCPDUMP 3.8.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via ISAKMP packets containing a Delete payload with a large number of SPI's, which causes an out-of-bounds read, as demonstrated by the Striker ISAKMP Protocol Test Suite.

Affected Software

2 affected components
tcpdump tcpdump<=3.8.1
Lbl Tcpdump<=3.8.1

Event History

Apr 6, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0183?

CVE-2004-0183 has a moderate severity level due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-0183?

To fix CVE-2004-0183, upgrade TCPDUMP to version 3.8.2 or later.

3

What versions of TCPDUMP are affected by CVE-2004-0183?

CVE-2004-0183 affects TCPDUMP versions 3.8.1 and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2004-0183 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2004-0183 can be exploited remotely via specially crafted ISAKMP packets.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2004-0183?

The primary impact of CVE-2004-0183 is a crash of the TCPDUMP application, resulting in a denial of service.

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