Vulnerability Description
The compat_sys_mount function in fs/compat.c in Linux kernel 2.6.20 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and oops) by mounting a smbfs file system in compatibility mode ("mount -t smbfs").
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.20 |
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commitdiff_
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2007-0488.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25682
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25683
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25700
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25838
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25961
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26133
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26139
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26289
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26620
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29058
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2007-287.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1504
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:171
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-7203?
CVE-2006-7203 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). The compat_sys_mount function in fs/compat.c in Linux kernel 2.6.20 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and oops) by mounting a smbfs file system in c...
How severe is CVE-2006-7203?
CVE-2006-7203 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-7203?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.