Vulnerability Description
Multiple drivers in Linux kernel 2.4.19 and earlier do not properly mark memory with the VM_IO flag, which causes incorrect reference counts and may lead to a denial of service (kernel panic) when accessing freed kernel pages.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.4.19 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 2.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18562
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/people/andrea/kernels/v2.4/2.4.23aa3/00_V
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-016.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-017.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0140.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12338
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=137821PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19275
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18562
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/people/andrea/kernels/v2.4/2.4.23aa3/00_V
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-016.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-017.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0140.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12338
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-1057?
CVE-2004-1057 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Multiple drivers in Linux kernel 2.4.19 and earlier do not properly mark memory with the VM_IO flag, which causes incorrect reference counts and may lead to a denial of service (kernel panic) when acc...
How severe is CVE-2004-1057?
CVE-2004-1057 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-1057?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Redhat Enterprise Linux.