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Family: Misc. --> Category: infos
RedHat 6.2 inetd Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
Stalls the remote inetd
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host has a bug in its 'inetd' server. 'inetd' is the
'internet super-server' and is in charge of managing multiple sub-servers
(like telnet, ftp, chargen, and more).
There is a bug in the inetd server that comes with RedHat 6.2, which allows
a possible hacker to prevent it from working completely by forcing it to consume
system resources.
Solution : Upgrade to inetd-0.16-7
Threat Level: Medium
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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