Title: OpenLDAP slapd BDB Backend Crafted Modify Operation Remote DoS
Info
Disclosure
Apr 11, 2007
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
OpenLDAP contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when trying a modify operation with the NOOP control set to critical on an entry stored in a BDB back-end, and will result in loss of availability for the service.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Denial of Service,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Solution:
Upgrade
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 2.3.36 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.