Vulnerability Description
The sys_set_mempolicy function in mempolicy.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel BUG()) via a negative first argument.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
References
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%4042eef8b09C5r6iI0LuMe5Uy3k05c5g
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17141
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17364
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17826
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19374
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1017
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:219
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:220
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-808.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/427980/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15049
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-199-1
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%4042eef8b09C5r6iI0LuMe5Uy3k05c5g
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17141
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-3053?
CVE-2005-3053 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The sys_set_mempolicy function in mempolicy.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel BUG()) via a negative first argument.
How severe is CVE-2005-3053?
CVE-2005-3053 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-2005-3053?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.