Systemd.Resolved.dns_packet_read_type_window.DoS
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Denial of Service vulnerability in Systemd.
The vulnerability is due to lack of size checking when the vulnerable software attempts to access a specially crafted DNS response packet. An attacker can exploit this to cause a denial of service condition on the affected system.
Affected Products
Systemd 223 through 235
Impact
Denial of Service: Remote attackers can crash vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply patch available from the vendor.
https://github.com/systemd/systemd/pull/7184
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |
Version Updates
Date | Version | Detail |
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2019-06-06 | 14.627 | Severity:medium:high |