Vulnerability Description
libata in the Linux kernel before 2.6.27.9 does not set minimum timeouts for SG_IO requests, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (Programmed I/O mode on drives) via multiple simultaneous invocations of an unspecified test program.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.27.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.6.27.y.git%3Ba=commit%3
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-02/msg00003.html
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/12/09/2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33706
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33756Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33758
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33854
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34252
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34762
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34981
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37471
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2009-114.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1787
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.27.9
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2009-0053.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5700?
CVE-2008-5700 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). libata in the Linux kernel before 2.6.27.9 does not set minimum timeouts for SG_IO requests, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (Programmed I/O mode on drives) via multiple simultan...
How severe is CVE-2008-5700?
CVE-2008-5700 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5700?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.