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CVE-2006-4538

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

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CVE-2006-4538 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Linux kernel 2.6.17 and earlier, when running on IA64 or SPARC platforms, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed ELF file that triggers memory maps that cross region boundaries.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Linux kernel 2.6.17 and earlier, when running on IA64 or SPARC platforms, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed ELF file that triggers memory maps that cross region boundaries.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.41%

32.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
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 Kernel2.6.8.1.5
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.9
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 Kernel2.6.11_rc1_bk6
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 Kernel2.6.14.6
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.14.7
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.15.2

Showing 50 of 83 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-4538?
Linux kernel 2.6.17 and earlier, when running on IA64 or SPARC platforms, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed ELF file that triggers memory maps that cross region boundaries.
How severe is CVE-2006-4538?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-4538 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4538?
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