Vulnerability Description
Ubuntu Linux 6.10 for the PowerPC (PPC) allows local users to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) by using the (1) sys_get_robust_list and (2) sys_set_robust_list functions to create processes that cannot be killed.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu | Ubuntu Linux | 6.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23361
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23384
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23474
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_79_kernel.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21582
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-395-1Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23361
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23384
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23474
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_79_kernel.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21582
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-395-1Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5648?
CVE-2006-5648 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Ubuntu Linux 6.10 for the PowerPC (PPC) allows local users to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) by using the (1) sys_get_robust_list and (2) sys_set_robust_list functions to create proc...
How severe is CVE-2006-5648?
CVE-2006-5648 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-5648?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux.