CVE-2007-6761: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Apr 24 2017(Updated: )
drivers/media/video/videobuf-vmalloc.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.24 does not initialize videobuf_mapping data structures, which allows local users to trigger an incorrect count value and videobuf leak via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2010-5321.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | <=2.6.23 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/0b29669c065f60501e7289e1950fa2a618962358
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=0b29669c065f60501e7289e1950fa2a618962358
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=827340
- http://www.linuxgrill.com/anonymous/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.24
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98001
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-6761?
CVE-2007-6761 is classified as a local vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel which can lead to resource leaks.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6761?
To fix CVE-2007-6761, upgrade your Linux kernel to version 2.6.24 or later.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2007-6761?
CVE-2007-6761 affects all versions of the Linux kernel prior to 2.6.24.
What type of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2007-6761?
Local users on systems running affected versions of the Linux kernel before 2.6.24 are vulnerable to CVE-2007-6761.
Can CVE-2007-6761 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2007-6761 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user privileges to trigger the vulnerability.
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