SQL Server, SQL Server Desktop Engine, and Desktop Engine contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when an attackers sends a large packet to a specific named pipe and will result in loss of availability for the service.
Classification
Location:
Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type:
Denial of Service
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Exploit:
Exploit Available
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft Corporation has released a patch to address this vulnerability. Additionally, disable named pipes as a SQL Server protocol by using the SQL Server Network Utility.