OpenSSL TLS Handshake Null Pointer Exception Vulnerability
Last Update Date:
8 Jan 2014 17:40
Release Date:
8 Jan 2014
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RISK: Medium Risk
TYPE: Security software and application - Security Software & Appliance
A vulnerability has been identified in OpenSSL. A remote user can cause denial of service conditions.
A remote server can send specially crafted TLS handshake data to trigger a null pointer exception and cause the target client to crash.
Impact
- Denial of Service
System / Technologies affected
- Versions prior to 1.0.1f
Solutions
Before installation of the software, please visit the software manufacturer web-site for more details.
- The vendor has issued a fix (1.0.1f).
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