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CVE-2006-1055

UnknownEPSS 0.58%

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CVE-2006-1055 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The fill_write_buffer function in sysfs/file.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12 up to versions before 2.6.17-rc1 does not zero terminate a buffer when a length of PAGE_SIZE or more is requested, which might allow local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by causing an out-of-bounds read.. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The fill_write_buffer function in sysfs/file.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12 up to versions before 2.6.17-rc1 does not zero terminate a buffer when a length of PAGE_SIZE or more is requested, which might allow local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by causing an out-of-bounds read.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.58%

43.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
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 Kernel2.6.12.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.12.6—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.13—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.13.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.13.2—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.13.3—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.13.4—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14.2—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14.3—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14.4—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15.2—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15.3—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15.4—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.16Rc1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.17—

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-1055?
The fill_write_buffer function in sysfs/file.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12 up to versions before 2.6.17-rc1 does not zero terminate a buffer when a length of PAGE_SIZE or more is requested, which might allow local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by causing an out-of-bounds read.
How severe is CVE-2006-1055?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1055 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1055?
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