Title: OpenSSL SSLv2 get_server_hello Function Remote DoS
Info
Disclosure
Sep 28, 2006
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
OpenSSL contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when an unspecified error occurs in the get_server_hello function, and will result in loss of availability for the client.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Denial of Service
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 0.9.7l, 0.9.8d or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.