First published: Mon May 02 2005(Updated: )
A regression error in the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 kernel 4GB/4GB split patch omits an "access check," which allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =4.0 | |
Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =4.0 | |
Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =4.0 | |
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =4.0 |
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CVE-2005-0090 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
To fix CVE-2005-0090, apply the relevant kernel updates or patches provided by Red Hat for your version.
CVE-2005-0090 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0, including advanced server, workstation, and enterprise server editions.
The impact of CVE-2005-0090 includes the possibility for local users to crash the system, leading to denial of service.
CVE-2005-0090 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system.