CVE-2004-2660
UnknownEPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2004-2660 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Memory leak in direct-io.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via certain O_DIRECT (direct IO) write requests.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Memory leak in direct-io.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via certain O_DIRECT (direct IO) write requests.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.2 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.3 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.4 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.5 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.6 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.7 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.8 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.8.1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.8.1.5 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.9 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6_test9_cvs |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-2660?
Memory leak in direct-io.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via certain O_DIRECT (direct IO) write requests.
How severe is CVE-2004-2660?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2660 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2660?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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