Vulnerability Description
The mm_for_maps function in fs/proc/base.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.30.4 and earlier allows local users to read (1) maps and (2) smaps files under proc/ via vectors related to ELF loading, a setuid process, and a race condition.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.30.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2009/6/23/652
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2009/6/23/653Patch
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=124718946021193Patch
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=124718949821250Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36265Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36501
- http://www.debian.org/security/2010/dsa-2005
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/08/11/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36019
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2246Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=516171
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/52401
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2691?
CVE-2009-2691 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The mm_for_maps function in fs/proc/base.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.30.4 and earlier allows local users to read (1) maps and (2) smaps files under proc/ via vectors related to ELF loading, a setuid pro...
How severe is CVE-2009-2691?
CVE-2009-2691 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2691?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.