Vulnerability Description
The SIOCGIFCONF ioctl (ifconf function) in FreeBSD 4.x through 4.11 and 5.x through 5.4 does not properly clear a buffer before using it, which allows local users to obtain portions of sensitive kernel memory.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-05:04.ifconf.ascPatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Oct/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14959PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17368
- http://www.osvdb.org/15514PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15252
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2256
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/20114
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-05:04.ifconf.ascPatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Oct/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14959PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17368
- http://www.osvdb.org/15514PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15252
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2256
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1126?
CVE-2005-1126 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The SIOCGIFCONF ioctl (ifconf function) in FreeBSD 4.x through 4.11 and 5.x through 5.4 does not properly clear a buffer before using it, which allows local users to obtain portions of sensitive kerne...
How severe is CVE-2005-1126?
CVE-2005-1126 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-2005-1126?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.