HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2005-3753

Linux kernel before after 2.6.12 and before 2.6.13.1 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service (Oops) via certain IPSec packets that cause alignment problems in standard multi-block cipher pr...

Vulnerability Description

Linux kernel before after 2.6.12 and before 2.6.13.1 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service (Oops) via certain IPSec packets that cause alignment problems in standard multi-block cipher processors. NOTE: it is not clear whether this issue can be triggered by an attacker.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.12.1

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2005-3753?

CVE-2005-3753 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Linux kernel before after 2.6.12 and before 2.6.13.1 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service (Oops) via certain IPSec packets that cause alignment problems in standard multi-block cipher pr...

How severe is CVE-2005-3753?

CVE-2005-3753 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2005-3753?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.