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Family: Gentoo Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
[GLSA-200503-25] OpenSLP: Multiple buffer overflows Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
OpenSLP: Multiple buffer overflows
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-200503-25
(OpenSLP: Multiple buffer overflows)
Multiple buffer overflows have been found in OpenSLP, when
handling malformed SLP packets.
Impact
By sending specially crafted SLP packets, a remote attacker could
potentially execute arbitrary code with the rights of the OpenSLP
daemon.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
References:
http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_15_openslp.html
Solution:
All OpenSLP users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync
# emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=net-libs/openslp-1.2.1"
Threat Level: High
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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