SB2008122203 - Resource management errors in Linux kernel

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SB2008122203 - Resource management errors in Linux kernel

Published: December 22, 2008

Security Bulletin ID SB2008122203
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) Resource management errors (CVE-ID: CVE-2008-5700)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform service disruption.

The vulnerability exists due to resource management errors error. A local user can perform service disruption.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References