Vulnerability Description
The isdn_ioctl function in isdn_common.c in Linux kernel 2.6.23 allows local users to cause a denial of service via a crafted ioctl struct in which iocts is not null terminated, which triggers a buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.23 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commitdiff%
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-02/msg00005.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-03/msg00007.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00002.html
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000023.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2008-0055.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28626
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28706
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28748
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28889
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28971
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29058
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29570
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30110
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30962
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-6151?
CVE-2007-6151 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The isdn_ioctl function in isdn_common.c in Linux kernel 2.6.23 allows local users to cause a denial of service via a crafted ioctl struct in which iocts is not null terminated, which triggers a buffe...
How severe is CVE-2007-6151?
CVE-2007-6151 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-6151?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.