CVE-2005-0489

Name: CVE-2005-0489
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-0489 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The /proc handling (proc/base.c) Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.17 allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors that cause an invalid access of free memory.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The /proc handling (proc/base.c) Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.17 allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors that cause an invalid access of free memory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.38%

30.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.0
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.1
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.2
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.3
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.4
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.5
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.6
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.7
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.8
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.9
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.10
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.11
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.12
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.13
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.14
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.15
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.16
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.17
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.18
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.19
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.20
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.21
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.22
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.23
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.23_ow2
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.24
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.24_ow1
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.25
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.4.26

References

http://kernel.debian.net/debian/pool/main/kernel-source-2.4.17/kernel-source-2.4.17_2.4.17-1woody4_ia64.changesPatch
http://secunia.com/advisories/20163Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/20202Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1067Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1069Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1070Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1082Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18173Patch
http://kernel.debian.net/debian/pool/main/kernel-source-2.4.17/kernel-source-2.4.17_2.4.17-1woody4_ia64.changesPatch
http://secunia.com/advisories/20163Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/20202Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1067Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1069Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1070Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1082Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18173Patch

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0489?

The /proc handling (proc/base.c) Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.17 allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors that cause an invalid access of free memory.

How severe is CVE-2005-0489?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0489 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0489?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-0489?

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Source: NVD / NIST