CVE-2007-3100: Low severity redhat Enterprise Linux vulnerability
usr/log.c in iscsid in open-iscsi (iscsi-initiator-utils) before 2.0-865 uses a semaphore with insecure permissions (world-writable/world-readable) for managing log messages using shared memory, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (hang) by grabbing the semaphore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-3100?
CVE-2007-3100 is a vulnerability in iscsid within open-iscsi prior to version 2.0-865 that allows local users to cause a denial of service by exploiting a semaphore with insecure permissions.
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3100?
The severity of CVE-2007-3100 is considered to be moderate due to its potential to cause a denial of service but not allowing remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3100?
To fix CVE-2007-3100, upgrade to a version of open-iscsi that is 2.0-865 or higher.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-3100?
Users of open-iscsi prior to version 2.0-865, especially on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.0, are affected by CVE-2007-3100.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2007-3100?
CVE-2007-3100 can be exploited by local users to hang the system by manipulating shared memory semaphore permissions.