SB2007031701 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel

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SB2007031701 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel

Published: March 17, 2007

Security Bulletin ID SB2007031701
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper input validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2007-1496)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

nfnetlink_log in netfilter in the Linux kernel before 2.6.20.3 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via unspecified vectors involving the (1) nfulnl_recv_config function, (2) using 'multiple packets per netlink message', and (3) bridged packets, which trigger a NULL pointer dereference.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References