Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the xdr_xcode_array2 function in xdr.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12, as used in SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9, might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted XDR data for the nfsacl protocol.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.5 |
References
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%4042b9c4fdYUuaq0joRUZi8W0Q-2hA1A
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/6/23/126
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/6/23/19
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16406
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_44_kernel.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14470
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21805
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%4042b9c4fdYUuaq0joRUZi8W0Q-2hA1A
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/6/23/126
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/6/23/19
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16406
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_44_kernel.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14470
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21805
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2500?
CVE-2005-2500 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the xdr_xcode_array2 function in xdr.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12, as used in SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9, might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly exec...
How severe is CVE-2005-2500?
CVE-2005-2500 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2500?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.