CVE-2005-2458
UnknownEPSS 3.96%
Last modified
CVE-2005-2458 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. inflate.c in the zlib routines in the Linux kernel before 2.6.12.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a compressed file with "improper tables".. EPSS estimates a 3.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
inflate.c in the zlib routines in the Linux kernel before 2.6.12.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a compressed file with "improper tables".
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2.6.20 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.8 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11_rc1_bk6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12 | Rc1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6_test9_cvs | — |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16355/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16355/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2458?
inflate.c in the zlib routines in the Linux kernel before 2.6.12.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) via a compressed file with "improper tables".
How severe is CVE-2005-2458?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2458 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2458?
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-2005-2458?
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