Vulnerability Description
The sysctl functionality (sysctl.c) in Linux kernel before 2.6.14.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) and possibly execute code by opening an interface file in /proc/sys/net/ipv4/conf/, waiting until the interface is unregistered, then obtaining and modifying function pointers in memory that was used for the ctl_table.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17504Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17541Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17648Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18510Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18562Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18684Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19369Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19374Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015434
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1017
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1018
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.14.1
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:059
- http://www.osvdb.org/20676
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0101.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2709?
CVE-2005-2709 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The sysctl functionality (sysctl.c) in Linux kernel before 2.6.14.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) and possibly execute code by opening an interface file in /proc/sys/ne...
How severe is CVE-2005-2709?
CVE-2005-2709 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2709?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.