Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in sys_epoll_wait in eventpoll.c for Linux kernel 2.6 to 2.6.11 allows local users to overwrite kernel memory via a large number of events.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Conectiva | Linux | 10.0 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 4.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 4.0 |
| Redhat | Fedora Core | core_2.0 |
References
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%40422dd06a1p5PsyFhoGAJseinjEq3ew?nav
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2005-March/032314.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-293.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-366.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12763ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/95-1/
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%40422dd06a1p5PsyFhoGAJseinjEq3ew?nav
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2005-March/032314.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-293.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-366.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12763ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0736?
CVE-2005-0736 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Integer overflow in sys_epoll_wait in eventpoll.c for Linux kernel 2.6 to 2.6.11 allows local users to overwrite kernel memory via a large number of events.
How severe is CVE-2005-0736?
CVE-2005-0736 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-2005-0736?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Conectiva Linux, Linux Linux Kernel, Redhat Enterprise Linux, Redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop, Redhat Fedora Core.