Linux Kernel IPv6 Hop-By-Hop Header Remote Denial of Service Vulnerability
Severity: HIGH
CVE Identifier: CVE-2007-4567
Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015
DESCRIPTION
The ipv6_hop_jumbo function in net/ipv6/exthdrs.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.22 does not properly validate the hop-by-hop IPv6 extended header, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic) via a crafted IPv6 packet.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Linux Kernel 2.6.22