Vulnerability Description
The reiserfs_copy_from_user_to_file_region function in reiserfs/file.c for Linux kernel 2.6.10 and 2.6.11 before 2.6.11-rc4, when running on 64-bit architectures, may allow local users to trigger a buffer overflow as a result of casting discrepancies between size_t and int data types.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.10 |
References
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%4042018227TkNpHlX6BefnItV_GqMmzQ
- 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.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%4042018227TkNpHlX6BefnItV_GqMmzQ
- 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.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0532?
CVE-2005-0532 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The reiserfs_copy_from_user_to_file_region function in reiserfs/file.c for Linux kernel 2.6.10 and 2.6.11 before 2.6.11-rc4, when running on 64-bit architectures, may allow local users to trigger a bu...
How severe is CVE-2005-0532?
CVE-2005-0532 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-2005-0532?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.