CVE-2011-4611
Medium
Description
Integer overflow in the perf_event_interrupt function in arch/powerpc/kernel/perf_event.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39 on powerpc platforms allows local users to cause a denial of service (unhandled performance monitor exception) via vectors that trigger certain outcomes of performance events.
SeverityMedium
CVSS4.9
Exploit probability—
Product
Linux Kernel
PublishedMay 17, 2012
First seenMay 17, 2012
How to fix
Update
- linux linux_kernel2.6.39 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| linux linux_kernel | v < 2.6.39 | 2.6.39 |
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