Buffer overflow in Linux kernel
| Risk | Medium |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2009-4067 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-120 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Linux kernel Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Linux Foundation |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one medium risk vulnerability.
1) Buffer overflow
EUVDB-ID: #VU34828
Risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2009-4067
CWE-ID:
CWE-120 - Buffer overflow
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Buffer overflow in the auerswald_probe function in the Auerswald Linux USB driver for the Linux kernel before 2.6.27 allows physically proximate attackers to execute arbitrary code, cause a denial of service via a crafted USB device, or take full control of the system.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsLinux kernel: 2.6.0 - 2.6.26.8
External linkshttp://labs.mwrinfosecurity.com/files/Advisories/mwri_linux-usb-buffer-overflow_2009-10-29.pdf
http://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=722393
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
