CVE-2011-2208
UnknownEPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2011-2208 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer signedness error in the osf_getdomainname function in arch/alpha/kernel/osf_sys.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.4 on the Alpha platform allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted call.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Integer signedness error in the osf_getdomainname function in arch/alpha/kernel/osf_sys.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.4 on the Alpha platform allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted call.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.39.3 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.39 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.39.1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.39.2 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-2208?
Integer signedness error in the osf_getdomainname function in arch/alpha/kernel/osf_sys.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.4 on the Alpha platform allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted call.
How severe is CVE-2011-2208?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2208 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2208?
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