Vulnerability Description
The die_if_kernel function in arch/ia64/kernel/unaligned.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.15.6, possibly when compiled with certain versions of gcc, has the "noreturn" attribute set, which allows local users to cause a denial of service by causing user faults on Itanium systems.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20060402-01-U
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19078PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19220
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19607
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20398
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20671
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20914
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21136
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21465
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21983
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22417
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-180.htm
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-200.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1097
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1103
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0742?
CVE-2006-0742 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The die_if_kernel function in arch/ia64/kernel/unaligned.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.15.6, possibly when compiled with certain versions of gcc, has the "noreturn" attribute set, which allows lo...
How severe is CVE-2006-0742?
CVE-2006-0742 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-0742?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.