Vulnerability Description
Memory leak in direct-io.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via certain O_DIRECT (direct IO) write requests.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
References
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%404182a613oVsK0-8eCWpyYFrUf8rhLA
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21605
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22093
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22174
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-203.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1184
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.10Patch
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0617.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19665
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%404182a613oVsK0-8eCWpyYFrUf8rhLA
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21605
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22093
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22174
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-203.htm
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-2660?
CVE-2004-2660 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Memory leak in direct-io.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via certain O_DIRECT (direct IO) write requests.
How severe is CVE-2004-2660?
CVE-2004-2660 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-2660?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.