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CVE-2006-7229

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.80%

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CVE-2006-7229 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The skge driver 1.5 in Linux kernel 2.6.15 on Ubuntu does not properly use the spin_lock and spin_unlock functions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (machine crash) via a flood of network traffic.. EPSS estimates a 2.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The skge driver 1.5 in Linux kernel 2.6.15 on Ubuntu does not properly use the spin_lock and spin_unlock functions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (machine crash) via a flood of network traffic.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

EPSS Probability
2.80%

84.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
UbuntuLinux Kernel2.6.15

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-7229?
The skge driver 1.5 in Linux kernel 2.6.15 on Ubuntu does not properly use the spin_lock and spin_unlock functions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (machine crash) via a flood of network traffic.
How severe is CVE-2006-7229?
CVE-2006-7229 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-7229?
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