CVE-2005-2800: Low severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Memory leak in the seqfile implementation in the SCSI procfs interface (sg.c) in Linux kernel 2.6.13 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via certain repeated reads from the /proc/scsi/sg/devices file, which is not properly handled when the next() iterator returns NULL or an error.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2800?
CVE-2005-2800 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial of service through memory consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2800?
To fix CVE-2005-2800, you need to upgrade your Linux kernel to a version later than 2.6.13.
What software is affected by CVE-2005-2800?
CVE-2005-2800 affects various Linux kernel versions including 2.6.0 to 2.6.13.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-2800?
CVE-2005-2800 is a memory leak vulnerability that can lead to denial of service for local users.
Who can exploit CVE-2005-2800?
Local users can exploit CVE-2005-2800 by performing repeated reads from the /proc/scsi/sg/devices file.