Sad SACK: Linux PCs, servers, gadgets can be crashed by ‘Ping of Death’ network packets

It is possible to crash network-facing Linux servers, PCs, smartphones and tablets, and gadgets, or slow down their network connections, by sending them a series of maliciously crafted packets. It is also possible to hamper FreeBSD machines with the same attack.

Read full article on The Register

 


Date:

Categorie(s):

Tag(s):