SB1999011901 - Resource management errors in Linux kernel 



SB1999011901 - Resource management errors in Linux kernel

Published: January 19, 1999 Updated: November 6, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB1999011901
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

Low 100%
  • Low
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  • Critical

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Resource management errors (CVE-ID: CVE-1999-0451)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform service disruption.

Denial of service in Linux 2.0.36 allows local users to prevent any server from listening on any non-privileged port.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.