CVE-2004-1056: Medium severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability

Published Dec 22, 2004
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Updated

Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) driver in Linux kernel 2.6 does not properly check the DMA lock, which could allow remote attackers or local users to cause a denial of service (X Server crash) and possibly modify the video output.

Affected Software

32 affected components
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.5
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux=4.1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test5
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.3
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test2
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.4
Linux Linux kernel=2.6_test9_cvs
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.7-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.2
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.8-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test11
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.1-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.8
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test6
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.10-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test4
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test10
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test9
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.7
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.1-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.6-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.9-2.6.20
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test7
Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux=4.1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.8-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.8-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test8
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.6
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.0-test3

Event History

Dec 22, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-1056?

CVE-2004-1056 has a severity rating of moderate as it can lead to denial of service affecting the X Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-1056?

To fix CVE-2004-1056, update the Linux kernel to a version that contains the security patch addressing this vulnerability.

3

Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2004-1056?

CVE-2004-1056 affects Linux kernel versions from 2.6.0 up to and including 2.6.8.

4

Can CVE-2004-1056 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2004-1056 can be exploited remotely leading to potential denial of service.

5

What impact does CVE-2004-1056 have on users?

The impact of CVE-2004-1056 includes possible crashes of the X Server and modifications to video output.

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