CVE-2007-6282: The IPsec implementation in Linux kernel before 2.6.25 allows remote routers to cause a denial of service (...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw can let a remote router crash vulnerable Linux systems that process IPsec ESP traffic. The business impact is availability: VPN, gateway, or host services using affected kernels could be disrupted. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on Linux systems running kernels before 2.6.25 that accept or process IPsec ESP traffic. VPN concentrators, routers, gateways, and security appliances built on affected Linux kernels deserve priority review. Systems not using IPsec ESP are less likely to be exposed. Handle as a legacy availability risk. It is not supported by active exploitation evidence in the bundle, but exposed IPsec infrastructure on old Linux kernels could be crashed remotely. Prioritize internet-facing or network-edge systems first. Mitigation focus: Inventory Linux systems running kernels earlier than 2.6.25.; Apply relevant vendor kernel updates from supported Linux distributions.; Prioritize VPN gateways, routers, and hosts processing IPsec ESP traffic..

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Jun 28, 2026, 19:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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