Vulnerability Description
The mincore function in the Linux kernel before 2.4.33.6 does not properly lock access to user space, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors, possibly related to a deadlock.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:S/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.4.33.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000023.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2007-0014.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23436Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23609Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23997Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24098Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24100Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24206Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24482Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25691Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25714Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29058Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30110Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31246Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33280Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4814?
CVE-2006-4814 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The mincore function in the Linux kernel before 2.4.33.6 does not properly lock access to user space, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors, possibly related to a deadlock.
How severe is CVE-2006-4814?
CVE-2006-4814 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-2006-4814?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.