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Family: Ubuntu Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
USN141-1 : tcpdump vulnerability Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
tcpdump vulnerability
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
Synopsis :
The remote package "tcpdump" is missing a security patch.
Description :
It was discovered that certain invalid BGP packets triggered an
infinite loop in tcpdump, which caused tcpdump to stop working. This
could be abused by a remote attacker to bypass tcpdump analysis of
network traffic.
Solution :
Upgrade to :
- tcpdump-3.8.3-3ubuntu0.4 (Ubuntu 5.04)
Threat Level: High
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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