Signature Detail
Short Name |
SNMP:ENCODING:INVALID-MIBROOT |
|---|---|
Severity |
Medium |
Recommended |
Yes |
Category |
SNMP |
Release Date |
2003/04/22 |
Update Number |
1213 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
SNMP: Encoding Invalid MIB Root
This protocol anomaly triggers when it detects a SNMP message with an Object ID that has a invalid MIB root. SNMP Object IDs should begin with 1.3.6.1, which stands for "Internet."
Extended Description
This condition could indicate a network configuration error, or implementation error. It could also indicate that malicious activity, involving the intentional injection of malformed SNMP packets, is underway.
References
- BugTraq: 21537
- CVE: CVE-2006-5583
- URL: http://www.freesoft.org/CIE/Topics/108.htm