Vulnerability Description
The do_mmap_pgoff function in mm/nommu.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.31.6, when the CPU lacks a memory management unit, allows local users to cause a denial of service (OOPS) via an application that attempts to allocate a large amount of memory.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.31.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.31.6Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/11/09/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/11/13/3
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-864-1
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.31.6Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/11/09/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/11/13/3
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-864-1
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3888?
CVE-2009-3888 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The do_mmap_pgoff function in mm/nommu.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.31.6, when the CPU lacks a memory management unit, allows local users to cause a denial of service (OOPS) via an application tha...
How severe is CVE-2009-3888?
CVE-2009-3888 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-2009-3888?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.