Vulnerability Description
The tr_rx function in ibmtr.c for Linux kernel 2.6.19 assigns the wrong flag to the ip_summed field, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via crafted packets that cause the kernel to interpret another field as an offset.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.19 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23254
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=blobdif
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21490
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4907
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23254
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=blobdif
- http://www.kernel.org/git/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21490
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4907
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-6333?
CVE-2006-6333 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The tr_rx function in ibmtr.c for Linux kernel 2.6.19 assigns the wrong flag to the ip_summed field, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via crafted packets ...
How severe is CVE-2006-6333?
CVE-2006-6333 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-6333?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.