CVE-2011-0521: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 2, 2011
·Updated
Last updated 24 July 2024
Other sources
The dvbcaioctl function in drivers/media/dvb/ttpci/av7110ca.c in th ...
— Debian
Affected Software
5 affected components
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.38-rc1
Linux Linux kernel<2.6.38
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.38
debian/linux-2.6
debian/user-mode-linux
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 2, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:00 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·09:54 PM
Description
Sep 15, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·10:43 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0521?
CVE-2011-0521 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service or memory corruption.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-0521?
To fix CVE-2011-0521, upgrade to the Linux kernel version 2.6.38 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2011-0521?
CVE-2011-0521 affects local users running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel before 2.6.38.
4
What kind of impact can CVE-2011-0521 have?
CVE-2011-0521 can lead to memory corruption and denial of service, allowing malicious actions by local users.
5
Is CVE-2011-0521 related to any specific Linux kernel features?
CVE-2011-0521 specifically involves the dvb_ca_ioctl function in the Linux kernel affecting certain integer fields.