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CVE-2005-3783

First published: Wed Nov 23 2005(Updated: )

The ptrace functionality (ptrace.c) in Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.14.2, using CLONE_THREAD, does not use the thread group ID to check whether it is attaching to itself, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux kernel=2.6.11
Linux kernel=2.6.14-rc2
Linux kernel=2.6.11.2
Linux kernel=2.6.5
Linux kernel=2.6.11.10
Linux kernel=2.6.1
Linux kernel=2.6.13
Linux kernel=2.6.11.8
Linux kernel=2.6.14
Linux kernel=2.6.10
Linux kernel=2.6.11.6
Linux kernel=2.6.11.11
Linux kernel=2.6.3
Linux kernel=2.6.4
Linux kernel=2.6.11.5
Linux kernel=2.6.2
Linux kernel=2.6.14-rc3
Linux kernel=2.6.8
Linux kernel=2.6.14.1
Linux kernel=2.6.12.1
Linux kernel=2.6.11.9
Linux kernel=2.6.0
Linux kernel=2.6.12.2
Linux kernel=2.6.14-rc1
Linux kernel=2.6.12.4
Linux kernel=2.6.11.3
Linux kernel=2.6.12.3
Linux kernel=2.6.7
Linux kernel=2.6.9-2.6.20
Linux kernel=2.6.11.7
Linux kernel=2.6.14-rc4
Linux kernel=2.6.8.1
Linux kernel=2.6.11.4
Linux kernel=2.6.11.12
Linux kernel=2.6.11.1
Linux kernel=2.6.6
Linux kernel=2.6.12
Linux Kernel=2.6.0
Linux Kernel=2.6.1
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=2.6.7
Linux Kernel=2.6.8
Linux Kernel=2.6.8.1
Linux Kernel=2.6.9-2.6.20
Linux Kernel=2.6.10
Linux Kernel=2.6.11
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=2.6.11.9
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.10
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.11
Linux Kernel=2.6.11.12
Linux Kernel=2.6.12
Linux Kernel=2.6.12.1
Linux Kernel=2.6.12.2
Linux Kernel=2.6.12.3
Linux Kernel=2.6.12.4
Linux Kernel=2.6.13
Linux Kernel=2.6.14
Linux Kernel=2.6.14-rc1
Linux Kernel=2.6.14-rc2
Linux Kernel=2.6.14-rc3
Linux Kernel=2.6.14-rc4
Linux Kernel=2.6.14.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-3783?

    CVE-2005-3783 has been classified with a high severity level due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-3783?

    To fix CVE-2005-3783, you should upgrade to Linux kernel version 2.6.14.2 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2005-3783?

    CVE-2005-3783 affects local users running Linux kernel versions prior to 2.6.14.2.

  • What types of Denial of Service can CVE-2005-3783 cause?

    CVE-2005-3783 can cause a crash of the Linux system due to improper ptrace functionality.

  • Is CVE-2005-3783 present in any other software?

    CVE-2005-3783 specifically pertains to the Linux kernel and does not affect other software directly.

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