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published date: January 10, 2005

CVE-2004-1056 : Denial of Service Vulnerability

Description

Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) driver in Linux kernel 2.6 does not properly check the DMA lock, which could allow remote attackers or local users to cause a denial of service (X Server crash) and possibly modify the video output.

Product(s):

  • Linux Kernel 2.6.0
  • Linux Kernel 2.6 test10
  • Linux Kernel 2.6 test11
  • Linux Kernel 2.6 test1
  • Linux Kernel 2.6 test2

Question to Ask Vendors:

  1. Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2004-1056, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
  2. What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2004-1056 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?

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