Vulnerability Description
Linux kernel before 2.4.21 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via asynchronous input or output on a FIFO special file.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | as_3 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000023.html
- http://osvdb.org/44987
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30110
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31246
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0211.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29083
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2222/references
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=326251
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42273
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000023.html
- http://osvdb.org/44987
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30110
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31246
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0211.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5001?
CVE-2007-5001 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Linux kernel before 2.4.21 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via asynchronous input or output on a FIFO special file.
How severe is CVE-2007-5001?
CVE-2007-5001 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-5001?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Enterprise Linux, Redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop.