CVE-2008-3217

pdns-recursor: not using the strongest random number generator for source port selection

Published Jul 18, 2008 CVSS 2.0 · 6.8 Medium EPSS 1.8% KEV · Not listed
Description
PowerDNS Recursor before 3.1.6 does not always use the strongest random number generator for source port selection, which makes it easier for remote attack vectors to conduct DNS cache poisoning. NOTE: this is related to incomplete integration of security improvements associated with addressing CVE-2008-1637.

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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
mitre
Published
Updated
Aug 7, 2024, 9:28 AM
Reserved
Jul 18, 2008, 12:00 AM
Status
Modified
Published
Jul 18, 2008, 4:41 PM
Modified
Jun 16, 2026, 10:55 PM
Severity
Low
Public date
Apr 25, 2008, 12:00 AM