CVE-2008-5182
MediumThe inotify functionality in Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.28-rc5 might allow local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors related to race conditions in inotify watch removal and umount.
CVSS 2.0 score
6.9
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Weakness type
CWE-362CVE-2008-5182 is a Race Condition vulnerability
What is Race Condition?
The product contains a code sequence that can run concurrently with other code, creating unexpected states. Learn more on MITRE CWE
References
The following references provide additional information about CVE-2008-5182 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.
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Debian Securityhttp://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1681
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Securityfocushttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33503
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Ubuntu Securityhttp://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-715-1
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Ubuntu Securityhttps://usn.ubuntu.com/714-1/
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Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2008-5182?
CVE-2008-5182 is a Medium severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 out of 10 , classified as a Race Condition flaw (CWE-362) . CVE-2008-5182 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
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What is the CVSS score for CVE-2008-5182?
CVE-2008-5182 has a CVSS score of 6.9 out of 10, rated Medium severity (CVSS 2.0). The vector string is
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Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-5182?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2008-5182. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2008-5182 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2008-5182 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
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What is Race Condition (CWE-362)?
The product contains a code sequence that can run concurrently with other code, creating unexpected states. View CWE-362 on MITRE CWE →