Title: Linux Kernel conntrack IPv6 Packet Reassembly Ruleset Bypass
Info
Disclosure
Mar 07, 2007
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
The Linux Kernel contains a flaw that may allows a remote attacker to bypass certain netfilter rulesets. The issue is due to the 'nf_conntrack' function not copying 'nfctinfo' information resulting in IPv6 fragments are treated as established and could allow an attacker to bypass a ruleset that accepts established packets.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Infrastructure
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified,
Vendor Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 2.6.20.3 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.