Vulnerability Description
The nfs_lock function in fs/nfs/file.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.9 does not properly remove POSIX locks on files that are setgid without group-execute permission, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (BUG and system crash) by locking a file on an NFS filesystem and then changing this file's permissions, a related issue to CVE-2010-0727.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHBA-2007-0304.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=218777
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=570863Exploit
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHBA-2007-0304.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=218777
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=570863Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-6733?
CVE-2007-6733 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.7 (MEDIUM). The nfs_lock function in fs/nfs/file.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.9 does not properly remove POSIX locks on files that are setgid without group-execute permission, which allows local users to cause a den...
How severe is CVE-2007-6733?
CVE-2007-6733 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-6733?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.