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CVE-2013-4421

The buf_decompress function in packet.c in Dropbear SSH Server before 2013.59 al...

Medium CVSS 5.0

Overview

The buf_decompress function in packet.c in Dropbear SSH Server before 2013.59 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a compressed packet that has a large size when it is decompressed.

CWE: CWE-189 Published: 2013-10-25T23:55:03.847
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 5.0 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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