Vulnerability Description
The drm/i915 component in the Linux kernel before 2.6.22.2, when used with i965G and later chipsets, allows local users with access to an X11 session and Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) to write to arbitrary memory locations and gain privileges via a crafted batchbuffer.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.22.1 |
| Intel | I915 Chipset | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.22.2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26389Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26450
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26500
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26643
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26664
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26760
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27227
- http://www.debian.org/security/2007/dsa-1356
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:105
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_51_kernel.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_53_kernel.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2007-0705.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25263
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-509-1
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-3851?
CVE-2007-3851 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.0 (MEDIUM). The drm/i915 component in the Linux kernel before 2.6.22.2, when used with i965G and later chipsets, allows local users with access to an X11 session and Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) to write to arb...
How severe is CVE-2007-3851?
CVE-2007-3851 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-3851?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Intel I915 Chipset.