Ubuntu notice USN-8997-1 covers a Net-SNMP denial of service flaw
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Ubuntu notice USN-8997-1 describes a flaw in the Net-SNMP SMUX module, where newly accepted connections are incorrectly handled. An unauthenticated remote attacker may be able to make Net-SNMP block indefinitely, causing denial of service. The article gives no CVE identifier, affected versions or fixed package version. Defenders should review USN-8997-1 and apply the Net-SNMP update for their Ubuntu release.
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What to do
- Review Ubuntu security notice USN-8997-1 to confirm whether your systems run Net-SNMP.
- Apply the Net-SNMP update referenced in the Ubuntu notice.
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