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CVE-2006-4813

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

Last modified

CVE-2006-4813 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The __block_prepare_write function in fs/buffer.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.13 does not properly clear buffers during certain error conditions, which allows local users to read portions of files that have been unlinked.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The __block_prepare_write function in fs/buffer.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.13 does not properly clear buffers during certain error conditions, which allows local users to read portions of files that have been unlinked.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.39%

31.0th 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 Kernel2.6.12
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_test9_cvs

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-4813?
The __block_prepare_write function in fs/buffer.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x before 2.6.13 does not properly clear buffers during certain error conditions, which allows local users to read portions of files that have been unlinked.
How severe is CVE-2006-4813?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-4813 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4813?
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