Vulnerability Description
The eHCA driver in Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.22, when running on PowerPC, does not properly map userspace resources, which allows local users to read portions of physical address space.
CVSS Score
1.9
LOW
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.21 |
| Apple | Powerpc | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://osvdb.org/45488
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2007-0940.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27322
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26161
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://osvdb.org/45488
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2007-0940.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27322
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26161
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-3850?
CVE-2007-3850 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). The eHCA driver in Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.22, when running on PowerPC, does not properly map userspace resources, which allows local users to read portions of physical address space.
How severe is CVE-2007-3850?
CVE-2007-3850 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-3850?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Apple Powerpc.