Title: OpenSSL SSLv2 get_server_hello Function Remote DoS
Info
Disclosure
Sep 28, 2006
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
OpenSSL contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when an unspecified error occurs in the get_server_hello function, and will result in loss of availability for the client.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Denial of Service
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified,
Vendor Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 0.9.7l, 0.9.8d or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.