Vulnerability Description
The search_binary_handler function in exec.c in Linux 2.4 kernel on 64-bit x86 architectures does not check a return code for a particular function call when virtual memory is low, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic), as demonstrated by running a process using the bash ulimit -v command.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18523Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18562Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18684Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0140.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0190.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/428028/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/428058/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16320
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=161925ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18523Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18562Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18684Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0140.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0190.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2708?
CVE-2005-2708 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The search_binary_handler function in exec.c in Linux 2.4 kernel on 64-bit x86 architectures does not check a return code for a particular function call when virtual memory is low, which allows local ...
How severe is CVE-2005-2708?
CVE-2005-2708 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-2005-2708?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.