Vulnerability Description
The scm_send function in the scm layer for Linux kernel 2.4.x up to 2.4.28, and 2.6.x up to 2.6.9, allows local users to cause a denial of service (system hang) via crafted auxiliary messages that are passed to the sendmsg function, which causes a deadlock condition.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.0 |
| Ubuntu | Ubuntu Linux | 4.1 |
References
- http://isec.pl/vulnerabilities/isec-0019-scm.txt
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20162
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1067
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1069
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1070
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1082
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:022
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2004_44_kernel.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-689.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-016.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-017.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11921ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-1016?
CVE-2004-1016 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The scm_send function in the scm layer for Linux kernel 2.4.x up to 2.4.28, and 2.6.x up to 2.6.9, allows local users to cause a denial of service (system hang) via crafted auxiliary messages that are...
How severe is CVE-2004-1016?
CVE-2004-1016 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-2004-1016?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux.