Linux Kernel 2.6.16.9 ldm_frag_add memory corruption

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability described as problematic has been identified in Linux Kernel 2.6.16.9. The affected element is the function ldm_frag_add. Executing a manipulation can lead to memory corruption. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2011-1017. There is not any exploit available.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel 2.6.16.9 (Operating System). This vulnerability affects the function ldm_frag_add. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a memory corruption vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-119. The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it can read from or write to a memory location that is outside of the intended boundary of the buffer. As an impact it is known to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:

Heap-based buffer overflow in the ldm_frag_add function in fs/partitions/ldm.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.37.2 and earlier might allow local users to gain privileges or obtain sensitive information via a crafted LDM partition table.

The issue has been introduced in 03/20/2006. The weakness was released 03/01/2011 (Website). The advisory is shared for download at ubuntu.com. This vulnerability was named CVE-2011-1017. The exploitation appears to be easy. The attack needs to be approached locally. No form of authentication is required for a successful exploitation. There are known technical details, but no exploit is available. The current price for an exploit might be approx. USD $5k-$25k (estimation calculated on 12/28/2024).

The vulnerability was handled as a non-public zero-day exploit for at least 1807 days. During that time the estimated underground price was around $5k-$25k. The vulnerability scanner Nessus provides a plugin with the ID 68425 (Oracle Linux 5 / 6 : Unbreakable Enterprise kernel (ELSA-2011-2037)), which helps to determine the existence of the flaw in a target environment. It is assigned to the family Oracle Linux Local Security Checks. The commercial vulnerability scanner Qualys is able to test this issue with plugin 165562 (SUSE Enterprise Linux Security Update Linux Kernel (SUSE-SA:2011:026)).

There is no information about possible countermeasures known. It may be suggested to replace the affected object with an alternative product.

The vulnerability is also documented in the databases at X-Force (65645), Tenable (68425), SecurityFocus (BID 46512†), SecurityTracker (ID 1025128†) and Vulnerability Center (SBV-31904†). Entries connected to this vulnerability are available at VDB-52270, VDB-56655, VDB-56654 and VDB-61067. VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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Class: Memory corruption
CWE: CWE-119
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
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Nessus ID: 68425
Nessus Name: Oracle Linux 5 / 6 : Unbreakable Enterprise kernel (ELSA-2011-2037)
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OpenVAS ID: 69970
OpenVAS Name: Debian Security Advisory DSA 2264-1 (linux-2.6)
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03/20/2006 🔍
02/14/2011 +1791 days 🔍
02/22/2011 +8 days 🔍
03/01/2011 +7 days 🔍
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06/20/2011 +111 days 🔍
07/12/2013 +753 days 🔍
03/20/2015 +616 days 🔍
12/28/2024 +3571 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: kernel.org

Advisory: USN-1146-1
Status: Not defined

CVE: CVE-2011-1017 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2011-1017
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-56656

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X-Force: 65645
SecurityFocus: 46512
Secunia: 43716
SecurityTracker: 1025128
Vulnerability Center: 31904 - Linux Kernel 2.6.37.2 and earlier Local Privilege Escalation or Information Disclosure Vulnerability, High

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Entryinfo

Created: 03/20/2015 16:16
Updated: 12/28/2024 12:25
Changes: 03/20/2015 16:16 (63), 03/24/2017 12:01 (7), 10/18/2021 10:42 (5), 10/18/2021 10:48 (1), 12/28/2024 12:25 (15)
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