Vulnerability Description
The device file system (devfs) in FreeBSD 5.x does not properly check parameters of the node type when creating a device node, which makes hidden devices available to attackers, who can then bypass restrictions on a jailed process.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 5.0 |
References
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-05:17.devfs.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16145
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014536
- http://www.osvdb.org/18123
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14334
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21451
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-05:17.devfs.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16145
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014536
- http://www.osvdb.org/18123
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14334
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21451
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2218?
CVE-2005-2218 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The device file system (devfs) in FreeBSD 5.x does not properly check parameters of the node type when creating a device node, which makes hidden devices available to attackers, who can then bypass re...
How severe is CVE-2005-2218?
CVE-2005-2218 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-2005-2218?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.