CVE-2006-5648: Medium severity Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux vulnerability

Published Dec 14, 2006
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Updated

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

Affected Software

1 affected component
Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux=6.10

Remediation

Event History

Dec 14, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:28 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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