This host is installed with PostgreSQL and is prone to denial of service vulnerability.

Successful exploitation will allow remote attackers to execute arbitary SQL query, gain access or manipulate arbitrary files, and cause denial of service. Impact Level: Application

Upgrade to PostgreSQL 9.0.13, 9.1.9, 9.2.4 or later, For updates refer to http://www.postgresql.org/download

Improper validation of connection request that contains database name begins with the '-' symbol

PostgreSQL version 9.2.x before 9.2.4, 9.1.x before 9.1.9, and 9.0.x before 9.0.13

• http://osvdb.org/91962
• http://secunia.com/advisories/52837
• http://securitytracker.com/id?1028387
• http://www.postgresql.org/about/news/1456

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Updated on 2015-03-25