medium
4.6
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-2555

First published: Tue Aug 16 2005(Updated: )

Linux kernel 2.6.x does not properly restrict socket policy access to users with the CAP_NET_ADMIN capability, which could allow local users to conduct unauthorized activities via (1) ipv4/ip_sockglue.c and (2) ipv6/ipv6_sockglue.c.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Debian Linux=3.1
Linux Kernel=2.6.0
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test1
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test10
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test11
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test2
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test3
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test4
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test5
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test6
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test7
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test8
Linux Kernel=2.6.0-test9
Linux Kernel=2.6.1
Linux Kernel=2.6.1-rc1
Linux Kernel=2.6.1-rc2
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=2.6.6-rc1
Linux Kernel=2.6.7
Linux Kernel=2.6.7-rc1
Linux Kernel=2.6.8
Linux Kernel=2.6.8-rc1
Linux Kernel=2.6.8-rc2
Linux Kernel=2.6.8-rc3
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.9-2.6.20
Linux Kernel=2.6.10
Linux Kernel=2.6.10-rc2
Linux Kernel=2.6.11
Linux Kernel=2.6.11-rc1
Linux Kernel=2.6.11-rc2
Linux Kernel=2.6.11-rc3
Linux Kernel=2.6.11-rc4
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.1
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.2
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.3
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.4
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.5
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.6
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.7
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.8
Linux Kernel=2.6.11_rc1_bk6
Linux Kernel=2.6.12-rc1
Linux Kernel=2.6.12-rc4
Linux Kernel=2.6_test9_cvs

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-2555?

    CVE-2005-2555 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access and manipulation of socket policies by local users.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-2555?

    To fix CVE-2005-2555, it is advised to apply the latest patches or updates provided by your Linux distribution that address this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2005-2555?

    CVE-2005-2555 affects Linux kernel versions 2.6.x, including specific versions like 2.6.0 through 2.6.11.

  • What are the risks associated with CVE-2005-2555?

    The risks associated with CVE-2005-2555 include unauthorized access to modify network socket policies, which could lead to further exploits or system misconfigurations.

  • Is CVE-2005-2555 a local or remote vulnerability?

    CVE-2005-2555 is a local vulnerability that requires access to the system by an authenticated user to exploit.

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