Vulnerability Description
Unspecified versions of the Linux kernel allow local users to cause a denial of service (unrecoverable zombie process) via a program with certain instructions that prevent init from properly reaping a child whose parent has died.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.20.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27436Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27747Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29236Vendor Advisory
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2007-474.htm
- http://uwsg.iu.edu/hypermail/linux/kernel/0612.2/0980.htmlExploit
- http://uwsg.iu.edu/hypermail/linux/kernel/0612.2/1021.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2007-0939.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0154.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27436Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27747Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29236Vendor Advisory
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2007-474.htm
- http://uwsg.iu.edu/hypermail/linux/kernel/0612.2/0980.htmlExploit
- http://uwsg.iu.edu/hypermail/linux/kernel/0612.2/1021.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-6921?
CVE-2006-6921 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Unspecified versions of the Linux kernel allow local users to cause a denial of service (unrecoverable zombie process) via a program with certain instructions that prevent init from properly reaping a...
How severe is CVE-2006-6921?
CVE-2006-6921 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-2006-6921?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.