CVE-2006-0557
UnknownEPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-2006-0557 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. sys_mbind in mempolicy.c in Linux kernel 2.6.16 and earlier does not sanity check the maxnod variable before making certain computations for the get_nodes function, which has unknown impact and attack vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
sys_mbind in mempolicy.c in Linux kernel 2.6.16 and earlier does not sanity check the maxnod variable before making certain computations for the get_nodes function, which has unknown impact and attack vectors.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.16 | — |
| 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 | 2.6.9 | — |
| 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 | 2.6.11.9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.11 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.11.12 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.12.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.13 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.13.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.13.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.13.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.13.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.13.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.14.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.15 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.15.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.15.2 | — |
Showing 50 of 56 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
Timeline
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-0557?
sys_mbind in mempolicy.c in Linux kernel 2.6.16 and earlier does not sanity check the maxnod variable before making certain computations for the get_nodes function, which has unknown impact and attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2006-0557?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-0557 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0557?
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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