CVE-2005-3053

Low

The sys_set_mempolicy function in mempolicy.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel BUG()) via a negative first argument.

Package Linux Kernel
Published 2005-09-26
Last modified 2026-04-16
CVSS version 2.0
Patch available
Awaiting data

CVSS 2.0 score

2.1

out of 10
Low
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
User Interaction
Scope
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
None
Availability
Vector string
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P

References

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is CVE-2005-3053?

    CVE-2005-3053 is a Low severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 out of 10 . CVE-2005-3053 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.

  • What is the CVSS score for CVE-2005-3053?

    CVE-2005-3053 has a CVSS score of 2.1 out of 10, rated Low severity (CVSS 2.0). The vector string is AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P .

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2005-3053?

    Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for CVE-2005-3053 patch availability.

  • Is CVE-2005-3053 actively exploited?

    No. CVE-2005-3053 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.

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