CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0079

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The do_change_cipher_spec function in OpenSSL versions 0.9.6c to 0.9.6k and 0.9.7a to 0.9.7c allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted SSL/TLS handshake that triggers a null dereference.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely cause a server crash, leading to service availability interruptions. This may impact the organization's reputation and customer trust.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update OpenSSL to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor logs for potential attack attempts.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The do_change_cipher_spec function in OpenSSL 0.9.6c to 0.9.6k, and 0.9.7a to 0.9.7c, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted SSL/TLS handshake that triggers a null dereference.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS