Vulnerability Description
The load_elf_library in the Linux kernel before 2.6.11.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a crafted ELF library or executable, which causes a free of an invalid pointer.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.11.5 |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20060402-01-U
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.11.6Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14713/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19607
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-293.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-366.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-529.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-551.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12935
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=152532
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19867
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/103-1/
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20060402-01-U
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.11.6Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0749?
CVE-2005-0749 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The load_elf_library in the Linux kernel before 2.6.11.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a crafted ELF library or executable, which causes a free of an invalid point...
How severe is CVE-2005-0749?
CVE-2005-0749 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-0749?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.