Vulnerability Description
Linux 2.1.132 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (resource exhaustion) by reading a large buffer from a random device (e.g. /dev/urandom), which cannot be interrupted until the read has completed.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.1.132 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=91495921611500&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/1472
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=91495921611500&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/1472
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1285?
CVE-1999-1285 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Linux 2.1.132 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (resource exhaustion) by reading a large buffer from a random device (e.g. /dev/urandom), which cannot be interrupted until th...
How severe is CVE-1999-1285?
CVE-1999-1285 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1285?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.