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VPR Score: 3.6
Synopsis
The remote Gentoo host is missing one or more security-related patches.
Description
The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-201507-02 (Tor: Denial of Service)
Tor does not handle data correctly when specifically crafted data is sent, and also fails to properly verify a descriptor provided by a hidden service directory.
Impact :
A remote attacker could cause a Denial of Service condition in both a Tor client or a Tor server.
Workaround :
There is no known workaround at this time.
Solution
All Tor users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose '>=net-misc/tor-0.2.6.7'