Description
The OSI networking kernel (sys/netiso) in NetBSD 1.6.1 and earlier does not use a BSD-required "PKTHDR" mbuf when sending certain error responses to the sender of an OSI packet, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic or crash) via certain OSI packets.
Product(s):
- NetBSD 1.5.1
- NetBSD 1.5.2
- NetBSD 1.5.3
- NetBSD 1.5
- NetBSD 1.6.1
- NetBSD 1.6
- NetBSD 1.6 Beta
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2003-0653, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2003-0653 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.