Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2005-0179 is a Linux kernel issue where a local user could consume CPU and memory and bypass memory-locking limits. It is primarily an availability risk on old Linux systems, not a remote takeover based on the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux 2.4.x or 2.6.x systems, especially where untrusted local users can run processes. Modern maintained Linux distributions are less likely to be exposed, but the source bundle does not prove current vendor status. Treat this as a legacy-platform availability risk. Prioritize internet-facing services, shared servers, and regulated environments still running old kernels. It is not presented as active exploitation or remote compromise in the supplied evidence. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x exposure.; Check referenced vendor advisories for applicable fixed kernel packages.; Apply vendor-supported kernel updates where available..
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- Known Exploited
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- Published
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9890CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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