CVE-2007-3104
UnknownEPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2007-3104 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The sysfs_readdir function in the Linux kernel 2.6, as used in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 4.5 and other distributions, allows users to cause a denial of service (kernel OOPS) by dereferencing a null pointer to an inode in a dentry.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The sysfs_readdir function in the Linux kernel 2.6, as used in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 4.5 and other distributions, allows users to cause a denial of service (kernel OOPS) by dereferencing a null pointer to an inode in a dentry.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.0 |
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2007-0488.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25771Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25838Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26289Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26643Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26651Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27912Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28033Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28643Vendor Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2007-0488.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25771Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25838Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26289Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26643Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26651Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27912Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28033Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28643Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-3104?
The sysfs_readdir function in the Linux kernel 2.6, as used in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 4.5 and other distributions, allows users to cause a denial of service (kernel OOPS) by dereferencing a null pointer to an inode in a dentry.
How severe is CVE-2007-3104?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-3104 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3104?
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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