Vulnerability Description
The inotify functionality in Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.28-rc5 might allow local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors related to race conditions in inotify watch removal and umount.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.28 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/testing/ChangeLog-2.6.28-rc5
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-01/msg00006.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-01/msg00010.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32998
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33083
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33348
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33623
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33641
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33704
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33706
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33756
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33854
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0332
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1681
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2009-0053.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5182?
CVE-2008-5182 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). The inotify functionality in Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.28-rc5 might allow local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors related to race conditions in inotify watch removal and umount.
How severe is CVE-2008-5182?
CVE-2008-5182 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5182?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.