SB2005011003 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel

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SB2005011003 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel

Published: January 10, 2005

Security Bulletin ID SB2005011003
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper input validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2004-1056)

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to manipulate or delete data.

Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) driver in Linux kernel 2.6 does not properly check the DMA lock, which could allow remote attackers or local users to cause a denial of service (X Server crash) and possibly modify the video output.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References