Vulnerability Description
Linux kernel 2.4 and 2.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion and panic) by creating a large number of connected file descriptors or socketpairs and setting a large data transfer buffer, then preventing Linux from being able to finish the transfer by causing the process to become a zombie, or closing the file descriptor without closing an associated reference.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18205
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/291
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015402
- http://www.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=362PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16041
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3076
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23835
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18205
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/291
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015402
- http://www.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=362PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16041
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3076
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23835
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-3660?
CVE-2005-3660 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Linux kernel 2.4 and 2.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion and panic) by creating a large number of connected file descriptors or socketpairs and setting a large data tr...
How severe is CVE-2005-3660?
CVE-2005-3660 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-3660?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.