CVE-2006-0095
First published: Fri Jan 06 2006(Updated: )
dm-crypt in Linux kernel 2.6.15 and earlier does not clear a structure before it is freed, which leads to a memory disclosure that could allow local users to obtain sensitive information about a cryptographic key.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.14.2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.14.3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.14.4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.15 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.15-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.15-rc3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.15-rc4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.15-rc5 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.15-rc6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.15-rc7 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18487
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2006/0004
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16301
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0132.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/22418
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015740
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19160
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1017
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19374
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-announce-list/2006-February/msg00037.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18527
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18774
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006-05-31.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20398
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:040
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/388
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0235
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=113640535312572&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=113641114812886&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24189
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11192
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/244-1/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/427981/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0095?
CVE-2006-0095 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exposing sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0095?
To fix CVE-2006-0095, upgrade your Linux kernel to a version later than 2.6.15 or apply the relevant patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-0095?
Local users of Linux kernel versions 2.6.0 to 2.6.15 are affected by CVE-2006-0095.
What does CVE-2006-0095 exploit?
CVE-2006-0095 exploits a failure to clear memory in the dm-crypt component, resulting in memory disclosure.
Is CVE-2006-0095 a remote vulnerability?
No, CVE-2006-0095 is a local vulnerability that requires local user access to exploit.
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