CVE-2005-2973

UnknownEPSS 0.79%

Last modified

CVE-2005-2973 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The udp_v6_get_port function in udp.c in Linux 2.6 before 2.6.14-rc5, when running IPv6, allows local users to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and crash).. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The udp_v6_get_port function in udp.c in Linux 2.6 before 2.6.14-rc5, when running IPv6, allows local users to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and crash).

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.79%

51.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.0
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.2
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.3
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.4
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.5
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.6
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.7
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.8
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.8.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.92.6.20
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.10
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.2
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.3
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.4
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.5
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.6
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.7
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.8
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.9
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.10
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.11
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.12
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.12
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.12.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.12.2
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.12.3
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.12.4
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.13
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14Rc1

References

Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2973?
The udp_v6_get_port function in udp.c in Linux 2.6 before 2.6.14-rc5, when running IPv6, allows local users to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and crash).
How severe is CVE-2005-2973?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2973 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2973?
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