CVE-2006-1066: Low severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Linux kernel 2.6.16-rc2 and earlier, when running on x8664 systems with preemption enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (oops) via multiple ptrace tasks that perform single steps, which can cause corruption of the DEBUGSTACK stack during the dodebug function call.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1066?
CVE-2006-1066 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service condition.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1066?
To fix CVE-2006-1066, upgrade to a version of the Linux kernel that is later than 2.6.16 or apply patches provided by the distribution.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2006-1066?
CVE-2006-1066 affects x86_64 systems running the Linux kernel versions 2.6.16-rc2 and earlier with preemption enabled.
Can CVE-2006-1066 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-1066 requires local user access for exploitation, so it cannot be exploited remotely.
What are the implications of CVE-2006-1066?
CVE-2006-1066 can cause system instability and unexpected crashes due to stack corruption during debugging.