Vulnerability Description
The afs_linux_lock function in afs/LINUX/osi_vnodeops.c in the kernel module in OpenAFS 1.4.14, 1.4.12, 1.4.7, and possibly other versions does not properly handle errors, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openafs | Openafs | 1.4.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43371Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43407Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2168
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46428
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025095
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0410Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0411Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43371Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43407Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2168
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46428
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025095
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0410Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0411Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0431?
CVE-2011-0431 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The afs_linux_lock function in afs/LINUX/osi_vnodeops.c in the kernel module in OpenAFS 1.4.14, 1.4.12, 1.4.7, and possibly other versions does not properly handle errors, which allows attackers to ca...
How severe is CVE-2011-0431?
CVE-2011-0431 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0431?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openafs Openafs.