CVE-2006-7215
First published: Tue Jul 03 2007(Updated: )
The Intel Core 2 Extreme processor X6800 and Core 2 Duo desktop processor E6000 and E4000 incorrectly set the memory page Access (A) bit for a page in certain circumstances involving proximity of the code segment limit to the end of a code page, which has unknown impact and attack vectors on certain operating systems other than OpenBSD, aka AI90.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Core 2 Duo | ||
| Intel Core 2 Duo | ||
| Intel Core 2 Extreme |
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Reference Links
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2007/Jun/0605.html
- http://marc.info/?l=openbsd-misc&m=118296441702631&w=2
- http://www.geek.com/images/geeknews/2006Jan/core_duo_errata__2006_01_21__full.gif
- http://www.matasano.com/log/894/theo-de-raadt-intel-core-2-bugs-assuredly-exploitable-from-userland/
- http://download.intel.com/design/processor/specupdt/31327914.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24702
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-7215?
The severity of CVE-2006-7215 is currently unknown due to the lack of detailed analysis of its impact.
How do I fix CVE-2006-7215?
Fixing CVE-2006-7215 may require firmware updates or adjustments to system configurations from the manufacturer.
What are the affected products for CVE-2006-7215?
The affected products for CVE-2006-7215 include the Intel Core 2 Extreme X6800 and Intel Core 2 Duo E6000 and E4000 processors.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2006-7215 introduce?
CVE-2006-7215 could potentially introduce vulnerabilities related to incorrect memory page access settings.
Is CVE-2006-7215 a hardware or software vulnerability?
CVE-2006-7215 is a hardware vulnerability related to specific Intel processors.
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