CVE-2006-4093: Medium severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Linux kernel 2.x.6 before 2.6.17.9 and 2.4.x before 2.4.33.1 on PowerPC PPC970 systems allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) related to the "HID0 attention enable on PPC970 at boot time."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4093?
CVE-2006-4093 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service condition in affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4093?
To fix CVE-2006-4093, upgrade to the appropriate versions of the Linux kernel that have addressed this vulnerability.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2006-4093?
CVE-2006-4093 affects Linux kernel versions 2.4.x before 2.4.33.1 and 2.6.x before 2.6.17.9, specifically on PowerPC PPC970 systems.
Can CVE-2006-4093 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-4093 requires local access to the system, thus it cannot be exploited remotely.
What are the possible consequences of CVE-2006-4093?
The primary consequence of CVE-2006-4093 is a potential crash of the system, leading to a denial of service.