Vulnerability Description
The netlink_rcv_skb function in af_netlink.c in Linux kernel 2.6.14 and 2.6.15 allows local users to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a nlmsg_len field of 0.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18482PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/388
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16414
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2006/0004Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0220Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24202
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18482PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/388
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16414
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2006/0004Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0220Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24202
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0035?
CVE-2006-0035 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The netlink_rcv_skb function in af_netlink.c in Linux kernel 2.6.14 and 2.6.15 allows local users to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a nlmsg_len field of 0.
How severe is CVE-2006-0035?
CVE-2006-0035 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-2006-0035?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.