CVE-2005-4776: Integer Overflow

Published Dec 31, 2005
·
Updated

Integer overflow in the FreeBSD compatibility code (freebsdmisc.c) in NetBSD-current, NetBSD-3, NetBSD-2.0, and NetBSD-2 before 20050913; and NetBSD-1.6 before 20050914; allows local users to cause a denial of service (heap corruption or system crash) and possibly gain root privileges.

Affected Software

7 affected components
NetBSD NetBSD=1.6
NetBSD NetBSD=1.6-beta
NetBSD NetBSD=1.6.1
NetBSD NetBSD=1.6.2
NetBSD NetBSD=2.0
NetBSD NetBSD=2.0.1
NetBSD NetBSD=2.0.2

Event History

Dec 31, 2005
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Apr 13, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-4776?

CVE-2005-4776 has a severity that allows local users to cause denial of service, including potential system crashes and heap corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-4776?

To fix CVE-2005-4776, upgrade to a patched version of NetBSD released after September 13, 2005.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-4776?

CVE-2005-4776 affects NetBSD versions 1.6, 2.0, as well as their beta and minor releases prior to specified patch dates.

4

Can CVE-2005-4776 lead to privilege escalation?

Yes, CVE-2005-4776 may potentially allow local users to gain root privileges under certain conditions.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-4776?

CVE-2005-4776 is classified as an integer overflow vulnerability within the FreeBSD compatibility code.

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