CVE-2005-3847: Medium severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
The handlestopsignal function in signal.c in Linux kernel 2.6.11 up to other versions before 2.6.13 and 2.6.12.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (deadlock) by sending a SIGKILL to a real-time threaded process while it is performing a core dump.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3847?
CVE-2005-3847 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to deadlock in affected Linux kernel versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3847?
To fix CVE-2005-3847, upgrade the Linux kernel to version 2.6.13 or higher.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2005-3847?
CVE-2005-3847 affects Linux kernel versions from 2.6.11 up to 2.6.12.6 and specific distributions like Debian 3.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-3847 enable?
CVE-2005-3847 enables a local user to perform a denial of service attack on real-time threaded processes.
Is CVE-2005-3847 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2005-3847 is a local vulnerability, requiring an attacker to have local access to the system.