CVE-2005-1765: Low severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Published May 31, 2005
·Updated
syscall in the Linux kernel 2.6.8.1 and 2.6.10 for the AMD64 platform, when running in 32-bit compatibility mode, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel hang) via crafted arguments.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.10
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.8.1
Remediation
Event History
May 31, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Jun 30, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1765?
CVE-2005-1765 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service through kernel hang.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-1765?
To fix CVE-2005-1765, upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of the Linux kernel beyond 2.6.10.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2005-1765?
CVE-2005-1765 affects local users running Linux kernel versions 2.6.8.1 and 2.6.10 on the AMD64 platform in 32-bit compatibility mode.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2005-1765 on systems?
The impact of CVE-2005-1765 is the potential for local users to induce a denial of service by causing the kernel to hang.
5
When was CVE-2005-1765 disclosed?
CVE-2005-1765 was disclosed in 2005 and affects specific versions of the Linux kernel.