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NAI PGP Cert Server DoS

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Check for DoS in PGP Cert Server

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

It was possible to make the remote PGP Cert Server
crash by spoofing a TCP connection that seems to
come from an unresolvable IP address.

A possible hacker may use this flaw to prevent your PGP
certificate server from working properly.

Solution: Upgrade to the latest version.

Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 1343

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: By John [email protected]

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