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Info |
Last Modified |
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Description |
A local overflow exists in the Sbus PROM driver in the Linux kernel. The copyin_string function fails to check if an integer is signed resulting in an integer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can potentially execute arbitrary code resulting in a loss of integrity, and/or availability.
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Classification |
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Denial of Service,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity,
Loss of Availability
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
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Solution |
Upgrade to version 2.4.19 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
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Linux
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2.4.0 |
2.4.1 |
2.4.2 |
2.4.3 |
2.4.4 |
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2.4.6 |
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2.4.18 |
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Credit |
- Sean - infamous41md
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