Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the ldm_frag_add function in fs/partitions/ldm.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.37.2 and earlier might allow local users to gain privileges or obtain sensitive information via a crafted LDM partition table.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 2.6.37.2 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 8.04 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/23/16Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/24/14ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/24/4ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43716Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43738Third Party Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8115Third Party Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025128Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.pre-cert.de/advisories/PRE-SA-2011-01.txtPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516615/100/0/threadedNot Applicable
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46512Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1146-1Third Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/23/16Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/24/14ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/24/4ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43716Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1017?
CVE-2011-1017 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the ldm_frag_add function in fs/partitions/ldm.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.37.2 and earlier might allow local users to gain privileges or obtain sensitive information via a...
How severe is CVE-2011-1017?
CVE-2011-1017 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-1017?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.