CVE-2008-5701: Medium severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Array index error in arch/mips/kernel/scall64-o32.S in the Linux kernel before 2.6.28-rc8 on 64-bit MIPS platforms allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) via an o32 syscall with a small syscall number, which leads to an attempted read operation outside the bounds of the syscall table.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5701?
CVE-2008-5701 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service through system crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5701?
To fix CVE-2008-5701, it is recommended to upgrade the Linux kernel to version 2.6.28-rc8 or later.
What are the affected systems by CVE-2008-5701?
CVE-2008-5701 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 2.6.28 on 64-bit MIPS platforms.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2008-5701?
CVE-2008-5701 is an array index error that allows local users to exploit a small syscall number, potentially leading to undesired read operations.
Can CVE-2008-5701 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2008-5701 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to execute the vulnerable syscall.