Vulnerability Description
The ipt_recent kernel module (ipt_recent.c) in Linux kernel 2.6.12 and earlier does not properly perform certain time tests when the jiffies value is greater than LONG_MAX, which can cause ipt_recent netfilter rules to block too early, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-2872.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
References
- http://blog.blackdown.de/2005/05/09/fixing-the-ipt_recent-netfilter-module/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHBA-2007-0304.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17826
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:219
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:220
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:235
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14791
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://blog.blackdown.de/2005/05/09/fixing-the-ipt_recent-netfilter-module/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHBA-2007-0304.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17826
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:219
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:220
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:235
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14791
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2873?
CVE-2005-2873 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The ipt_recent kernel module (ipt_recent.c) in Linux kernel 2.6.12 and earlier does not properly perform certain time tests when the jiffies value is greater than LONG_MAX, which can cause ipt_recent ...
How severe is CVE-2005-2873?
CVE-2005-2873 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-2005-2873?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.