Vulnerability Description
Signedness error in the copy_from_read_buf function in n_tty.c for Linux kernel 2.6.10 and 2.6.11rc1 allows local users to read kernel memory via a negative argument.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.10 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/index.php?id=a&anuncio=000930
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%40420181322LZmhPTewcCOLkubGwOL3w
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111091402626556&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=110846727602817&w=2
- http://www.guninski.com/where_do_you_want_billg_to_go_today_3.htmlExploitPatch
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-366.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/index.php?id=a&anuncio=000930
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%40420181322LZmhPTewcCOLkubGwOL3w
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111091402626556&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=110846727602817&w=2
- http://www.guninski.com/where_do_you_want_billg_to_go_today_3.htmlExploitPatch
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-366.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0530?
CVE-2005-0530 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Signedness error in the copy_from_read_buf function in n_tty.c for Linux kernel 2.6.10 and 2.6.11rc1 allows local users to read kernel memory via a negative argument.
How severe is CVE-2005-0530?
CVE-2005-0530 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-2005-0530?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.