Vulnerability Description
The pfs_getextattr function in FreeBSD 7.x before 7.3-RELEASE and 8.x before 8.0-RC1 unlocks a mutex that was not previously locked, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic), overwrite arbitrary memory locations, and possibly execute arbitrary code via vectors related to opening a file on a file system that uses pseudofs.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | >= 7.0, < 7.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42200Broken LinkVendor Advisory
- http://security.FreeBSD.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-10:09.pseudofs.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024724Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2956Broken LinkVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/63218Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/15206/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42200Broken LinkVendor Advisory
- http://security.FreeBSD.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-10:09.pseudofs.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024724Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2956Broken LinkVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/63218Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/15206/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-4210?
CVE-2010-4210 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The pfs_getextattr function in FreeBSD 7.x before 7.3-RELEASE and 8.x before 8.0-RC1 unlocks a mutex that was not previously locked, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic...
How severe is CVE-2010-4210?
CVE-2010-4210 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-4210?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.