Linux Kernel IPv6 Hop-By-Hop Header Remote Denial of Service Vulnerability

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  Severity: HIGH

  CVE Identifier: CVE-2007-4567

  Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015

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  DESCRIPTION

The ipv6_hop_jumbo function in net/ipv6/exthdrs.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.22 does not properly validate the hop-by-hop IPv6 extended header, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic) via a crafted IPv6 packet.

  TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION

Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.

  AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION

• Linux Kernel 2.6.22