CVE-2005-1278: Medium severity Lbl Tcpdump vulnerability
Published Apr 26, 2005
·Updated
The isisprint function, as called by isoclnsprint, in tcpdump 3.9.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a zero length, as demonstrated using a GRE packet.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Lbl Tcpdump<=3.9.1
Event History
Apr 26, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1278?
CVE-2005-1278 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to an infinite loop.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-1278?
To fix CVE-2005-1278, upgrade tcpdump to version 3.9.2 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-1278?
CVE-2005-1278 affects tcpdump versions up to and including 3.9.1.
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What type of attack does CVE-2005-1278 facilitate?
CVE-2005-1278 facilitates a denial of service attack that can be executed via a zero-length GRE packet.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-1278?
There are no recommended workarounds for CVE-2005-1278; upgrading the software is advised.