CVE-2006-0741

Low

Linux kernel before 2.6.15.5, when running on Intel processors, allows local users to cause a denial of service ("endless recursive fault") via unknown attack vectors related to a "bad elf entry address."

Package Linux Kernel
Published 2006-03-07
Last modified 2026-04-16
CVSS version 2.0
Patch available
Awaiting data

CVSS 2.0 score

1.2

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

References

The following references provide additional information about CVE-2006-0741 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is CVE-2006-0741?

    CVE-2006-0741 is a Low severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.2 out of 10 . CVE-2006-0741 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.

  • What is the CVSS score for CVE-2006-0741?

    CVE-2006-0741 has a CVSS score of 1.2 out of 10, rated Low severity (CVSS 2.0). The vector string is AV:L/AC:H/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P .

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2006-0741?

    No patch is currently available for CVE-2006-0741. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.

  • Is CVE-2006-0741 actively exploited?

    No — CVE-2006-0741 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.

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