CVE-2006-1588
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2006-1588 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The bridge ioctl (if_bridge code) in NetBSD 1.6 through 3.0 does not clear sensitive memory before copying ioctl results to the requesting process, which allows local users to obtain portions of kernel memory.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The bridge ioctl (if_bridge code) in NetBSD 1.6 through 3.0 does not clear sensitive memory before copying ioctl results to the requesting process, which allows local users to obtain portions of kernel memory.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.6 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.6.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.6.2 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0.2 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0.3 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 3.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19464Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17312Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19464Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17312Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-1588?
The bridge ioctl (if_bridge code) in NetBSD 1.6 through 3.0 does not clear sensitive memory before copying ioctl results to the requesting process, which allows local users to obtain portions of kernel memory.
How severe is CVE-2006-1588?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1588 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1588?
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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