CVE-2008-3831: Medium severity linux kernel vulnerability
The i915 driver in (1) drivers/char/drm/i915dma.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.24 on Debian GNU/Linux and (2) sys/dev/pci/drm/i915drv.c in OpenBSD does not restrict the DRMI915HWSADDR ioctl to the Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) master, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted ioctl call, related to absence of the DRMMASTER and DRMROOTONLY flags in the ioctl's configuration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3831?
CVE-2008-3831 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for causing denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3831?
To fix CVE-2008-3831, you should update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that has resolved this vulnerability.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2008-3831?
CVE-2008-3831 primarily affects the Linux kernel version 2.6.24 on Debian GNU/Linux.
Can CVE-2008-3831 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2008-3831 requires local user access to exploit the vulnerability.
What are the consequences of CVE-2008-3831?
Exploiting CVE-2008-3831 can lead to a denial of service condition on affected systems.