CVE-2005-2100: Low severity redhat Enterprise Linux vulnerability

Published Oct 25, 2005
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Updated

The rwvm function in usercopy.c in the 4GB split patch for the Linux kernel in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 does not perform proper bounds checking, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash).

Affected Software

4 affected components
redhat Enterprise Linux=4.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=4.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=4.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=4.0

Event History

Oct 25, 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-2005-2100?

CVE-2005-2100 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How does CVE-2005-2100 affect Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4?

CVE-2005-2100 allows local users to cause a denial of service due to improper bounds checking in the rw_vm function.

3

What versions of Red Hat are affected by CVE-2005-2100?

CVE-2005-2100 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0, including its Advanced Server, Workstation, and Enterprise Server variants.

4

How do I fix CVE-2005-2100?

To fix CVE-2005-2100, you should apply the latest security patches available from Red Hat for Enterprise Linux 4.0.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2005-2100?

CVE-2005-2100 can be exploited by local users who have access to the affected system.

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