Vulnerability Description
The LDT implementation in the Linux kernel 2.6.25.x before 2.6.25.11 on x86_64 platforms uses an incorrect size for ldt_desc, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) or possibly gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.25 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.6.25.y.git%3Ba=commit%3
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.26
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00009.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31172
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31202
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.25.11
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30351
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020544
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43979
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.6.25.y.git%3Ba=commit%3
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.26
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00009.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31172
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31202
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.25.11
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3247?
CVE-2008-3247 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The LDT implementation in the Linux kernel 2.6.25.x before 2.6.25.11 on x86_64 platforms uses an incorrect size for ldt_desc, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) or po...
How severe is CVE-2008-3247?
CVE-2008-3247 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3247?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.