Signature Detail
Short Name |
TCP:OPTERR:SHORT-READ |
|---|---|
Severity |
Critical |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop Packet |
Category |
TCP |
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+ |
TCP: Options Error Option Not Fully Supplied
This protocol anomaly triggers when it detects option data that runs out of the options buffer. Because this can indicate an exploit attempt, it is recommended to drop these packets.
Extended Description
This condition may be the result of a network configuration error. It could also indicate that an attempted denial of service attack is underway.
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