Vulnerability Description
Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU and memory consumption) and bypass RLIM_MEMLOCK limits via the mlockall call.
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 | 2.4.0 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/index.php?id=a&anuncio=000930Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2005-January/030660.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17002
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-092.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-663.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1878
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/index.php?id=a&anuncio=000930Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2005-January/030660.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17002
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-092.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-663.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1878
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0179?
CVE-2005-0179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU and memory consumption) and bypass RLIM_MEMLOCK limits via the mlockall call.
How severe is CVE-2005-0179?
CVE-2005-0179 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-2005-0179?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.