Vulnerability Description
Unspecified vulnerability in the 32-bit and 64-bit emulation in the Linux kernel 2.6.9, 2.6.18, and probably other versions allows local users to read uninitialized memory via unknown vectors involving a crafted binary.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-10/msg00000.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-10/msg00001.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-10/msg00003.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2008-0508.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30849
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30850
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31107
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31551
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32103
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32104
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33201
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33586
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1630
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:220
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0519.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0598?
CVE-2008-0598 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Unspecified vulnerability in the 32-bit and 64-bit emulation in the Linux kernel 2.6.9, 2.6.18, and probably other versions allows local users to read uninitialized memory via unknown vectors involvin...
How severe is CVE-2008-0598?
CVE-2008-0598 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-2008-0598?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.