CVE-2007-3739: Buffer Overflow
mm/mmap.c in the hugetlb kernel, when run on PowerPC systems, does not prevent stack expansion from entering into reserved kernel page memory, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (OOPS) via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3739?
CVE-2007-3739 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3739?
To mitigate CVE-2007-3739, users should apply the latest kernel updates provided by their operating system vendor.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2007-3739?
CVE-2007-3739 specifically affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.0 running on PowerPC architecture.
What type of attack does CVE-2007-3739 enable?
CVE-2007-3739 allows local users to execute vectors that can lead to a denial of service through kernel memory access.
Can CVE-2007-3739 affect other architectures?
CVE-2007-3739 is primarily related to the hugetlb subsystem on PowerPC systems and does not impact other architectures directly.