CVE-2005-0177

UnknownEPSS 2.42%

Last modified

CVE-2005-0177 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. nls_ascii.c in Linux before 2.6.8.1 uses an incorrect table size, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 2.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

nls_ascii.c in Linux before 2.6.8.1 uses an incorrect table size, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a buffer overflow.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.42%

82.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.8.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0177?
nls_ascii.c in Linux before 2.6.8.1 uses an incorrect table size, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2005-0177?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0177 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0177?
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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Source: NVD / NIST