CVE-2005-2500: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Aug 08 2005(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the xdr_xcode_array2 function in xdr.c in Linux kernel 2.6.12, as used in SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9, might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted XDR data for the nfsacl protocol.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux kernel | <=2.6.5 | |
| Linux Kernel | <=2.6.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/6/23/19
- http://lkml.org/lkml/2005/6/23/126
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_44_kernel.html
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset@42b9c4fdYUuaq0joRUZi8W0Q-2hA1A
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14470
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16406
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21805
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%4042b9c4fdYUuaq0joRUZi8W0Q-2hA1A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2500?
CVE-2005-2500 has a high severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2500?
To fix CVE-2005-2500, you should upgrade your Linux kernel to a version higher than 2.6.12.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-2500?
CVE-2005-2500 affects Linux kernel versions up to 2.6.12, specifically on SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-2500 enable?
CVE-2005-2500 enables remote attackers to cause denial of service and potentially execute arbitrary code.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-2500?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2005-2500; upgrading the kernel is the recommended action.
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