Vulnerability Description
Linux kernel 2.6.18, and possibly other versions, when running on AMD64 architectures, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via certain ptrace calls.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | as_4 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 4 |
| Amd | Amd64 | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-06/msg00006.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00000.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00002.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00007.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00012.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30112
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30252
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30294
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30368
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30818
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30890
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30962
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30982
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31107
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31628
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1615?
CVE-2008-1615 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Linux kernel 2.6.18, and possibly other versions, when running on AMD64 architectures, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via certain ptrace calls.
How severe is CVE-2008-1615?
CVE-2008-1615 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-2008-1615?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Enterprise Linux, Redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop, Amd Amd64.