Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in the (1) read and (2) write handlers in the Omnikey CardMan 4040 driver in the Linux kernel before 2.6.21-rc3 allow local users to gain privileges.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.21 |
| Omnikey.Aaitg | Omnikey Cardman 4040 | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2787
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2788
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/testing/ChangeLog-2.6.21-rc3PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24436Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24518Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24777Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24901Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25078Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25691Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26133Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26139Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2007/dsa-1286
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:078
- http://www.osvdb.org/33023
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2007-0099.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-0005?
CVE-2007-0005 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Multiple buffer overflows in the (1) read and (2) write handlers in the Omnikey CardMan 4040 driver in the Linux kernel before 2.6.21-rc3 allow local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2007-0005?
CVE-2007-0005 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-0005?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Omnikey.Aaitg Omnikey Cardman 4040.