Vulnerability Description
The DCCP support in the do_dccp_getsockopt function in net/dccp/proto.c in Linux kernel 2.6.20 and later does not verify the upper bounds of the optlen value, which allows local users running on certain architectures to read kernel memory or cause a denial of service (oops), a related issue to CVE-2007-1730.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.20 |
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2511
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/463969/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017820
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/33274
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43321
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2511
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/463969/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017820
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/33274
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43321
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-1734?
CVE-2007-1734 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The DCCP support in the do_dccp_getsockopt function in net/dccp/proto.c in Linux kernel 2.6.20 and later does not verify the upper bounds of the optlen value, which allows local users running on certa...
How severe is CVE-2007-1734?
CVE-2007-1734 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-1734?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.