CVE-2009-0322: Medium severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
drivers/firmware/dellrbu.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.27.13, and 2.6.28.x before 2.6.28.2, allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) via a read system call that specifies zero bytes from the (1) imagetype or (2) packetsize file in /sys/devices/platform/dellrbu/.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0322?
CVE-2009-0322 is considered to have a medium severity as it can lead to a local denial of service by triggering a system crash.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0322?
To fix CVE-2009-0322, users should upgrade to a version of the Linux kernel that is newer than 2.6.27.13 or between 2.6.28.2 and later.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2009-0322?
CVE-2009-0322 affects the Linux kernel versions prior to 2.6.27.13 and 2.6.28.x before 2.6.28.2, as well as specific Debian and Ubuntu Linux distributions.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2009-0322?
CVE-2009-0322 allows local users to crash the system through a denial of service attack via specific read system calls.
Is CVE-2009-0322 a remote vulnerability?
No, CVE-2009-0322 is not a remote vulnerability as it requires local user access to exploit.