CVE-2014-9402
High
Description
The nss_dns implementation of getnetbyname in GNU C Library (aka glibc) before 2.21, when the DNS backend in the Name Service Switch configuration is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) by sending a positive answer while a network name is being process.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Gnu Glibc
PublishedFeb 24, 2015
First seenFeb 24, 2015
How to fix
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| gnu glibc | v ≤ 2.20 | — |
| canonical ubuntu_linux | 10.04, 12.04, 14.04, 14.10 | — |
| opensuse opensuse | 13.1, 13.2 | — |
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