Vulnerability Description
The iwl_set_rate function in compatible/iwl3945-base.c in iwlwifi 1.1.21 and earlier dereferences an iwl_get_hw_mode return value without checking for NULL, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via unspecified vectors during module initialization.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Pro Wireless 3945Abg | 1.1.21 |
| Intel | Wireless Wifi Link 4965Agn | 1.1.21 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://article.gmane.org/gmane.linux.drivers.ipw3945.devel/1618
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=199209Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/44749
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29236
- http://www.intellinuxwireless.org/repos/?p=iwlwifi.git%3Ba=commitdiff%3Bh=25db44
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0154.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26842
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4211
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://article.gmane.org/gmane.linux.drivers.ipw3945.devel/1618
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=199209Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/44749
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29236
- http://www.intellinuxwireless.org/repos/?p=iwlwifi.git%3Ba=commitdiff%3Bh=25db44
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0154.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5938?
CVE-2007-5938 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The iwl_set_rate function in compatible/iwl3945-base.c in iwlwifi 1.1.21 and earlier dereferences an iwl_get_hw_mode return value without checking for NULL, which might allow remote attackers to cause...
How severe is CVE-2007-5938?
CVE-2007-5938 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-5938?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Intel Pro Wireless 3945Abg, Intel Wireless Wifi Link 4965Agn.