Vulnerability Description
slocate before 2.7 does not properly process very long paths, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (updatedb exit and incomplete slocate database) via a certain crafted directory structure.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Slocate | Slocate | 2.1 |
References
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014751
- http://www.osvdb.org/19034
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-345.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-346.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-747.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14640
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22316
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014751
- http://www.osvdb.org/19034
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-345.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-346.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-747.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14640
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22316
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2499?
CVE-2005-2499 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). slocate before 2.7 does not properly process very long paths, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (updatedb exit and incomplete slocate database) via a certain crafted directory stru...
How severe is CVE-2005-2499?
CVE-2005-2499 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-2005-2499?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Slocate Slocate.