CVE-2005-0736: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Mar 09 2005(Updated: )
Integer overflow in sys_epoll_wait in eventpoll.c for Linux kernel 2.6 to 2.6.11 allows local users to overwrite kernel memory via a large number of events.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Conectiva Linux | =10.0 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.5 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.7 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.9-2.6.20 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.10 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.11 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =4.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =4.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =4.0 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux desktop | =4.0 | |
| Red Hat Fedora Core | =core_2.0 | |
| Red Hat Fedora Core | =core_3.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2005-March/032314.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_kernel.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12763
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-293.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-366.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9870
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset@422dd06a1p5PsyFhoGAJseinjEq3ew?nav=index.html|ChangeSet@-1d
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/95-1/
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%40422dd06a1p5PsyFhoGAJseinjEq3ew?nav=index.html%7CChangeSet%40-1d
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0736?
CVE-2005-0736 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to overwrite kernel memory.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0736?
To fix CVE-2005-0736, you should upgrade your Linux kernel to a version that addresses this integer overflow vulnerability.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2005-0736?
CVE-2005-0736 affects Linux kernel versions from 2.6.0 to 2.6.11 inclusive.
What types of systems are impacted by CVE-2005-0736?
CVE-2005-0736 impacts various systems running affected versions of the Linux kernel including Conectiva Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Can CVE-2005-0736 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2005-0736 is primarily a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local access to the system to be exploited.
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