CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 400
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-5648

First published: Thu Dec 14 2006(Updated: )

Ubuntu Linux 6.10 for the PowerPC (PPC) allows local users to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) by using the (1) sys_get_robust_list and (2) sys_set_robust_list functions to create processes that cannot be killed.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Ubuntu=6.10
Ubuntu Linux=6.10
=6.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-5648?

    CVE-2006-5648 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service through resource consumption.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-5648?

    To fix CVE-2006-5648, upgrade to a later version of Ubuntu or apply any available patches that address the vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2006-5648?

    CVE-2006-5648 primarily affects local users on Ubuntu Linux 6.10 for PowerPC who can exploit the vulnerability.

  • What type of attack is associated with CVE-2006-5648?

    CVE-2006-5648 is associated with a denial of service attack, allowing local users to create processes that cannot be terminated.

  • When was CVE-2006-5648 discovered?

    CVE-2006-5648 was documented in 2006, highlighting issues in Ubuntu Linux 6.10 for PowerPC systems.

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