Vulnerability Description
Race condition between the kfree_skb and __skb_unlink functions in the socket buffer handling in Linux kernel 2.6.9, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash), as demonstrated using the TCP stress tests from the LTP test suite.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.9 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21465
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22082
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22093
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22417
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-200.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1183
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1184
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:025
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0575.htmlPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19475
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=192779Patch
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21465
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22082
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22093
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2446?
CVE-2006-2446 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). Race condition between the kfree_skb and __skb_unlink functions in the socket buffer handling in Linux kernel 2.6.9, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (...
How severe is CVE-2006-2446?
CVE-2006-2446 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-2446?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.