Vulnerability Description
The /proc handling (proc/base.c) Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.17 allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors that cause an invalid access of free memory.
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 | 2.4.0 |
References
- http://kernel.debian.net/debian/pool/main/kernel-source-2.4.17/kernel-source-2.4Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1067PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1069PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1070PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1082PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18173Patch
- http://kernel.debian.net/debian/pool/main/kernel-source-2.4.17/kernel-source-2.4Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1067PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1069PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0489?
CVE-2005-0489 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The /proc handling (proc/base.c) Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.17 allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors that cause an invalid access of free memory.
How severe is CVE-2005-0489?
CVE-2005-0489 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-2005-0489?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.