The default_encrypt function in encrypt.c in IRC Services before 5.0.63, and 5.1.x before 5.1.7, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long password. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
CVSS Details
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 5.3
Covered by Rapid7
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | — | Upgrade ircservices | Dec 10, 2025 | Jan 19, 2008 |
| Gentoo Linux | — | Upgrade net-irc/ircservices. | Oct 30, 2017 | Nov 26, 2007 |
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