CVE-2005-0749
UnknownEPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2005-0749 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The load_elf_library in the Linux kernel before 2.6.11.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a crafted ELF library or executable, which causes a free of an invalid pointer.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The load_elf_library in the Linux kernel before 2.6.11.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a crafted ELF library or executable, which causes a free of an invalid pointer.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.11.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.8 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.9.9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.11 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.12 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.13 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.14 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.15 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.16 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.17 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.18 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.19 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.20 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.21 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.22 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.23 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.24 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.25 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.26 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.27 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.28 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.29 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.30 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.31 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.32 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.33 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.34 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.35 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.36 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.37 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.38 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.0.39 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.1.89 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.2.0 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.2.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.2.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.2.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.2.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.2.5 | — |
Showing 50 of 190 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.11.6Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14713/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.11.6Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14713/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-0749?
The load_elf_library in the Linux kernel before 2.6.11.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a crafted ELF library or executable, which causes a free of an invalid pointer.
How severe is CVE-2005-0749?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0749 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0749?
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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