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MDKSA-2007:032: mpg123

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Check for the version of the mpg123 package

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2007:032 (mpg123).

The http_open function in httpget.c in mpg123 before 0.64 permits remote
attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) by closing the
HTTP connection early.
Packages have been patched to correct this issue.

Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:032
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID:

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2007 Tenable Network Security

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