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CVE-2005-2500

UnknownEPSS 4.74%

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CVE-2005-2500 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the xdr_xcode_array2 function in xdr.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12, as used in SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9, might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted XDR data for the nfsacl protocol.. EPSS estimates a 4.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the xdr_xcode_array2 function in xdr.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12, as used in SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9, might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted XDR data for the nfsacl protocol.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.74%

90.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 2.6.5

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2500?
Buffer overflow in the xdr_xcode_array2 function in xdr.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12, as used in SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9, might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted XDR data for the nfsacl protocol.
How severe is CVE-2005-2500?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2500 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2500?
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