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CVE-2007-5938

UnknownEPSS 2.14%

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CVE-2007-5938 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The iwl_set_rate function in compatible/iwl3945-base.c in iwlwifi 1.1.21 and earlier dereferences an iwl_get_hw_mode return value without checking for NULL, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via unspecified vectors during module initialization.. EPSS estimates a 2.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The iwl_set_rate function in compatible/iwl3945-base.c in iwlwifi 1.1.21 and earlier dereferences an iwl_get_hw_mode return value without checking for NULL, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via unspecified vectors during module initialization.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.14%

79.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
IntelPro Wireless 3945abg1.1.21
IntelWireless Wifi Link 4965agn1.1.21

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-5938?
The iwl_set_rate function in compatible/iwl3945-base.c in iwlwifi 1.1.21 and earlier dereferences an iwl_get_hw_mode return value without checking for NULL, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via unspecified vectors during module initialization.
How severe is CVE-2007-5938?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-5938 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5938?
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Source: NVD / NIST