CVE-2011-2699
High
Description
The IPv6 implementation in the Linux kernel before 3.1 does not generate Fragment Identification values separately for each destination, which makes it easier for remote attackers to cause a denial of service (disrupted networking) by predicting these values and sending crafted packets.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
Product
Linux Kernel
PublishedMay 24, 2012
First seenMay 24, 2012
How to fix
Update
- linux linux_kernel3.1 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| linux linux_kernel | v < 3.1 | 3.1 |
| redhat enterprise_linux | 4.0 | — |
| redhat enterprise_mrg | 2.0 | — |
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