SB2006082201 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel

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SB2006082201 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel

Published: August 22, 2006

Security Bulletin ID SB2006082201
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper input validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2006-4093)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

Linux kernel 2.x.6 before 2.6.17.9 and 2.4.x before 2.4.33.1 on PowerPC PPC970 systems allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) related to the 'HID0 attention enable on PPC970 at boot time.' Upgrade to Linux Kernel version 2.4.33.1


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References