CVE-2009-0787
Medium
Description
The ecryptfs_write_metadata_to_contents function in the eCryptfs functionality in the Linux kernel 2.6.28 before 2.6.28.9 uses an incorrect size when writing kernel memory to an eCryptfs file header, which triggers an out-of-bounds read and allows local users to obtain portions of kernel memory.
SeverityMedium
CVSS4.9
Exploit probability—
Product
Linux Kernel
PublishedMar 25, 2009
First seenMar 25, 2009
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| linux linux_kernel | 2.6.28, 2.6.28.1, 2.6.28.2, 2.6.28.3, 2.6.28.4, 2.6.28.5, 2.6.28.6, 2.6.28.7, 2.6.28.8 | — |
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