CVE-2011-2022: Input Validation

Published May 9, 2011
·
Updated

Last updated 24 July 2024

Other sources

The agpgenericremovememory function in drivers/char/agp/generic.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.38.5 does not validate a certain start parameter, which allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafted AGPIOCUNBIND agpioctl ioctl call, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-1745.

Affected Software

8 affected components
debian/linux-2.6
Linux Linux kernel<2.6.38.5
redhat Enterprise Linux Server=5.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation=5.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=5.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=5.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Eus=5.6
redhat Enterprise Linux Aus=5.6

Event History

May 9, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:55 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·09:58 PM
Description
Sep 15, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·10:44 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2011-2022?

CVE-2011-2022 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service through a crafted AGPIOC_UNBIND call.

2

What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2011-2022?

CVE-2011-2022 affects the Linux kernel versions before 2.6.38.5.

3

How do I fix CVE-2011-2022?

To fix CVE-2011-2022, upgrade your Linux kernel to version 2.6.38.5 or later.

4

What potential impact does CVE-2011-2022 have on systems?

CVE-2011-2022 can lead to local privilege escalation or system crashes, affecting system stability and security.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2011-2022?

CVE-2011-2022 can be exploited by local users on affected systems to gain elevated privileges.

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