CVE-2009-1298

Description

The ip_frag_reasm function in net/ipv4/ip_fragment.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.32-rc8, and 2.6.29 and later versions before 2.6.32, calls IP_INC_STATS_BH with an incorrect argument, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and hang) via long IP packets, possibly related to the ip_defrag function.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.36% Top 20%
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Affected: n/a n/a
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-1298?
CVE-2009-1298 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2009-1298?
To fix CVE-2009-1298, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2009-1298 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2009-1298 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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