Vulnerability Description
The chrp_show_cpuinfo function (chrp/setup.c) in Linux kernel 2.4.21 through 2.6.18-53, when running on PowerPC, might allow local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via unknown vectors that cause the of_get_property function to fail, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.3 |
| Apple | Powerpc | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=119576191029571&w=2
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2008-0055.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28696
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28748
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29058
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29236
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30018
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30515
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30769
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1503
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1504
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1565
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0154.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27555
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-618-1
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-6694?
CVE-2007-6694 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The chrp_show_cpuinfo function (chrp/setup.c) in Linux kernel 2.4.21 through 2.6.18-53, when running on PowerPC, might allow local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via unknown vectors that c...
How severe is CVE-2007-6694?
CVE-2007-6694 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-6694?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Apple Powerpc.