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CVE-2006-2071

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

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CVE-2006-2071 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x up to 2.6.16 allows local users to bypass IPC permissions and modify a readonly attachment of shared memory by using mprotect to give write permission to the attachment. NOTE: some original raw sources combined this issue with CVE-2006-1524, but they are different bugs.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x up to 2.6.16 allows local users to bypass IPC permissions and modify a readonly attachment of shared memory by using mprotect to give write permission to the attachment. NOTE: some original raw sources combined this issue with CVE-2006-1524, but they are different bugs.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.41%

32.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.0—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.2—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.3—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.4—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.6—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.7—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.8—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.9—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.10—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.11—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.12—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.13—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.14—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.15—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.16—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.17—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.18—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.19—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.20—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.21—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.22—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.23—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.23_ow2—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.24—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.24_ow1—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.25—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.26—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.27—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.28—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.29—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.30—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.31—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.32—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.33Pre1
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 Kernel2.6.92.6.20
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.10—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.11.6—

Showing 50 of 80 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-2071?
Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x up to 2.6.16 allows local users to bypass IPC permissions and modify a readonly attachment of shared memory by using mprotect to give write permission to the attachment. NOTE: some original raw sources combined this issue with CVE-2006-1524, but they are different bugs.
How severe is CVE-2006-2071?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-2071 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2071?
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