SB1998010501 - Resource management errors in Linux kernel
Published: January 5, 1998 Updated: November 7, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB1998010501
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Denial of service
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Resource management errors (CVE-ID: CVE-1999-0513)
The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to perform service disruption.
ICMP messages to broadcast addresses are allowed, allowing for a Smurf attack that can cause a denial of service.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.