CVE-2007-4321: fail2ban 0.8 and earlier does not properly parse sshd log files, which allows remote attackers to add arbit...

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This flaw affects fail2ban 0.8 and earlier, according to the CVE description. An attacker could manipulate SSH log content so fail2ban adds chosen IP addresses to /etc/hosts.deny, blocking legitimate access. The business impact is denial of service, especially if administrative or customer SSH sources are blocked. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix/Linux systems running fail2ban 0.8 or earlier with sshd log monitoring and hosts.deny enforcement enabled. Structured affected-product metadata is incomplete in the source bundle. Prioritize legacy internet-facing SSH servers and administrative jump hosts. This is not shown as actively exploited in the bundle, but it can lock out legitimate users and administrators through automated blocking. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems running fail2ban, especially legacy versions 0.8 or earlier.; Review Debian DSA-1456, Gentoo GLSA-200707-13, or vendor package guidance.; Apply the appropriate vendor security update where available..

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Jun 29, 2026, 04:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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