Vulnerability Description
The strnlen_user function in Linux kernel before 2.6.16 on IBM S/390 can return an incorrect value, which allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors.
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://secunia.com/advisories/20914
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21465
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22417
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-200.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1103
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commitd
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/testing/ChangeLog-2.6.16-rc6
- http://www.mail-archive.com/kernel-svn-changes%40lists.alioth.debian.org/msg0163
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0575.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18687
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2554
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20914
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21465
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0456?
CVE-2006-0456 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The strnlen_user function in Linux kernel before 2.6.16 on IBM S/390 can return an incorrect value, which allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2006-0456?
CVE-2006-0456 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-2006-0456?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.