CVE-2011-4062
UnknownEPSS 0.93%
Last modified
CVE-2011-4062 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the kernel in FreeBSD 7.3 through 9.0-RC1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) or possibly gain privileges via a bind system call with a long pathname for a UNIX socket.. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the kernel in FreeBSD 7.3 through 9.0-RC1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) or possibly gain privileges via a bind system call with a long pathname for a UNIX socket.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 7.3 | — |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 7.4 | — |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 8.1 | — |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 8.2 | — |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 9.0 | Beta1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46202Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46202Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-4062?
Buffer overflow in the kernel in FreeBSD 7.3 through 9.0-RC1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) or possibly gain privileges via a bind system call with a long pathname for a UNIX socket.
How severe is CVE-2011-4062?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-4062 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4062?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2011-4062?
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