CVE-2005-3119: Low severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability

Published Oct 11, 2005
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Updated

Memory leak in the requestkeyauthdestroy function in requestkeyauth in Linux kernel 2.6.10 up to 2.6.13 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a large number of authorization token keys.

Affected Software

23 affected components
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.2
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.10
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.13
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.8
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.10
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.6
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.11
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.5
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.12.5
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.12.1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.9
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.12.2
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.12.4
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.3
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.12.3
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.12.6
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.7
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.4
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.12
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.11.1
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.12
Linux Linux kernel>=2.6.10<=2.6.13

Event History

Oct 11, 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-2005-3119?

CVE-2005-3119 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service by consuming excessive memory.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-3119?

To fix CVE-2005-3119, you should upgrade your Linux kernel to a version later than 2.6.13 where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2005-3119?

Local users on Linux kernel versions 2.6.10 through 2.6.13 are affected by CVE-2005-3119, allowing them to exploit this vulnerability.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2005-3119?

CVE-2005-3119 can lead to a denial of service through memory leaks, ultimately slowing down or crashing the affected system.

5

Is CVE-2005-3119 easy to exploit?

Yes, CVE-2005-3119 can be exploited relatively easily by local users through a large number of authorization token keys.

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