Vulnerability Description
ptrace in Linux kernel 2.6.8.1 does not properly verify addresses on the amd64 platform, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash).
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17002Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17073Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18056Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18059Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-921
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-922
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-514.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-663.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/427980/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/428058/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13891
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1878Vendor Advisory
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/137-1/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17002Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0756?
CVE-2005-0756 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). ptrace in Linux kernel 2.6.8.1 does not properly verify addresses on the amd64 platform, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash).
How severe is CVE-2005-0756?
CVE-2005-0756 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-2005-0756?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.