Vulnerability Description
The Linux kernel 2.6.13 and other versions before 2.6.20.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (oops) via a crafted NFSACL 2 ACCESS request that triggers a free of an incorrect pointer.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2739
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2740
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.20.1Vendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/33022
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24201Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24215Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24400Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24482Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24547Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24752Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24777Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25691Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:060
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:078
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_18_kernel.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-0772?
CVE-2007-0772 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The Linux kernel 2.6.13 and other versions before 2.6.20.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (oops) via a crafted NFSACL 2 ACCESS request that triggers a free of an incorrect pointe...
How severe is CVE-2007-0772?
CVE-2007-0772 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-2007-0772?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.