Vulnerability Description
The __block_prepare_write function in fs/buffer.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.13 does not properly clear buffers during certain error conditions, which allows local users to read portions of files that have been unlinked.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/31376
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2007-0014.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23370
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23384
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23474
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23752
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23997
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24206
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2007-063.htm
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:012
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:025
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_79_kernel.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21522
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-395-1
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4813?
CVE-2006-4813 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The __block_prepare_write function in fs/buffer.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.13 does not properly clear buffers during certain error conditions, which allows local users to read portions of fil...
How severe is CVE-2006-4813?
CVE-2006-4813 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-2006-4813?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.