CVE-2017-12997 | tcpdump up to 4.9.1 LLDP Parser print-lldp.c lldp_private_8021_print resource management (Nessus ID 103257 / ID 370625)
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in tcpdump up to 4.9.1. Affected is the function lldp_private_8021_print of the file print-lldp.c of the component LLDP Parser. Performing manipulation results in improper resource management.
This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2017-12997. The attack can be initiated remotely. There is not any exploit available.
It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.