Vulnerability Description
Unknown vulnerability in the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 kernel 4GB/4GB split patch, when using the hugemem kernel, allows local users to read and write to arbitrary kernel memory and gain privileges via certain syscalls.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 4.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 4.0 |
References
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-092.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12599
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/20619
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-092.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12599
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/20619
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0091?
CVE-2005-0091 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Unknown vulnerability in the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 kernel 4GB/4GB split patch, when using the hugemem kernel, allows local users to read and write to arbitrary kernel memory and gain privileges v...
How severe is CVE-2005-0091?
CVE-2005-0091 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-2005-0091?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Enterprise Linux, Redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop.