Vulnerability Description
arch/x86/kernel/ptrace.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.25.10 on the x86_64 platform leaks task_struct references into the sys32_ptrace function, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) or have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors, possibly a use-after-free vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 2.6.25.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.6.25.y.git%3Ba=commitdi
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.25.10Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31048Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/03/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30077Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2063/referencesThird Party Advisory
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.6.25.y.git%3Ba=commitdi
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.25.10Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31048Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/03/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30077Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2063/referencesThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3077?
CVE-2008-3077 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). arch/x86/kernel/ptrace.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.25.10 on the x86_64 platform leaks task_struct references into the sys32_ptrace function, which allows local users to cause a denial of service ...
How severe is CVE-2008-3077?
CVE-2008-3077 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-2008-3077?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.