Vulnerability Description
OpenBSD 3.8, 3.9, and possibly earlier versions allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) by allocating more semaphores than the default.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 3.8 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21642PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016756Patch
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata.html#sem
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata38.html#sem
- http://www.osvdb.org/28195
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19713Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28617
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21642PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016756Patch
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata.html#sem
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata38.html#sem
- http://www.osvdb.org/28195
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19713Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28617
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4435?
CVE-2006-4435 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). OpenBSD 3.8, 3.9, and possibly earlier versions allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) by allocating more semaphores than the default.
How severe is CVE-2006-4435?
CVE-2006-4435 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-2006-4435?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openbsd.