Vulnerability Description
The ATM module in the Linux kernel before 2.4.35.3, when CLIP support is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) by reading /proc/net/atm/arp before the CLIP module has been loaded.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.4.35.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.4.35.y.git%3Ba=commitdi
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.4/ChangeLog-2.4.35.3
- http://lwn.net/Articles/251162/
- http://osvdb.org/39237
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25798
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3246
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.4.35.y.git%3Ba=commitdi
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.4/ChangeLog-2.4.35.3
- http://lwn.net/Articles/251162/
- http://osvdb.org/39237
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25798
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3246
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5087?
CVE-2007-5087 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The ATM module in the Linux kernel before 2.4.35.3, when CLIP support is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) by reading /proc/net/atm/arp before the CLIP module has...
How severe is CVE-2007-5087?
CVE-2007-5087 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-2007-5087?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.