IBM Tivoli Directory Server DIGEST-MD5 Denial of Service Vulnerability

Summary
The host is running IBM Tivoli Directory Server and is prone to denial of service vulnerability.
Impact
Successful exploitation will allow attacker to crash an affected server, creating a denial of service condition. Impact Level: Application
Solution
Apply cumulative interim fix 6.0.0.8-TIV-ITDS-IF0006 http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg24027463
Insight
The flaw is caused by improper handling of 'DIGEST-MD5' authentication requests. By sending a specially-crafted request, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability using multiple incomplete connections to cause the service to terminate.
Affected
IBM Tivoli Directory Server (ITDS) before 6.0.0.8-TIV-ITDS-IF0006
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