Vulnerability Description
The sendfile system-call implementation in sys/kern/uipc_syscalls.c in the kernel in FreeBSD 9.2-RC1 and 9.2-RC2 does not properly pad transmissions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information (kernel memory) via a length greater than the length of the file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 9.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/97142
- http://svnweb.freebsd.org/base?view=revision&revision=255442
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-13%3a11.sendfile.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029013
- http://osvdb.org/97142
- http://svnweb.freebsd.org/base?view=revision&revision=255442
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-13%3a11.sendfile.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029013
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-5666?
CVE-2013-5666 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.7 (MEDIUM). The sendfile system-call implementation in sys/kern/uipc_syscalls.c in the kernel in FreeBSD 9.2-RC1 and 9.2-RC2 does not properly pad transmissions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive infor...
How severe is CVE-2013-5666?
CVE-2013-5666 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-5666?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.