CVE-2005-2492
UnknownEPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2005-2492 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The raw_sendmsg function in the Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.13.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (change hardware state) or read from arbitrary memory via crafted input.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The raw_sendmsg function in the Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.13.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (change hardware state) or read from arbitrary memory via crafted input.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 4.10 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 5.04 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 4.0 | — |
| 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 | 2.6.9 | 2.6.20 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11 | — |
| 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 | 2.6.11.11 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12 | Rc1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6_test9_cvs | — |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16747/Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17073Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17918Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-514.htmlNot Applicable
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14787Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-178-1Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=166830Issue Tracking, Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16747/Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17073Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17918Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-514.htmlNot Applicable
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14787Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-178-1Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=166830Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2492?
The raw_sendmsg function in the Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.13.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (change hardware state) or read from arbitrary memory via crafted input.
How severe is CVE-2005-2492?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2492 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2492?
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-2005-2492?
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