Description
Linux kernel before 2.4.11pre3 in multiple Linux distributions allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by starting the core vmlinux kernel, possibly related to poor error checking during ELF loading.
Product(s):
- Linux Kernel Pre3
- Linux Kernel 2.2.21 pre3
- Linux Kernel 2.3.99 pre3
- Linux Kernel 2.4.11 pre3
- Linux Kernel 2.4.3 pre3
- SuSE SuSE Linux 7.3
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2001-0914, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2001-0914 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.