TCP_DOS Real Audio Server

 

Code: p434

Severity: Warning

 

Description: This event is generated when a remote attacker transmits a malformed request for a page on a RealNetworks RealServer port, which can indicate a Denial of Service (DoS) attack on the RealServer.

Impact: The RealNetworks RealServer service will crash.

Corrective: Upgrade to the latest version of the software or disable the View Source functionality. The vendor has issued an advisory, workarounds, and downloadable patches at http://service.real.com/help/faq/servgviewsrc.html.