CVE-2005-3179: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-3179: drm.c in Linux kernel 2.6.10 to 2.6.13 creates a debug file in sysfs with world-readable and world-writable...

drm.c in Linux kernel 2.6.10 to 2.6.13 creates a debug file in sysfs with world-readable and world-writable permissions, which allows local users to enable DRM debugging and obtain sensitive information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 23:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old Linux kernel issue where a DRM debug control file was created with permissions that any local user could read and change. A local account could turn on DRM debugging and potentially view sensitive information. It matters mainly for legacy systems still running Linux kernel 2.6.10 through 2.6.13. Exposure is likely limited to very old Linux hosts or embedded/appliance systems that still run kernel 2.6.10 through 2.6.13 with DRM functionality present and local user access available. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless affected old kernels are still present. It is not a known internet-facing emergency, but it can expose sensitive information to local users and should be removed from supported environments. Mitigation focus: Identify systems running Linux kernel 2.6.10 through 2.6.13.; Review applicable vendor advisories for fixed kernel packages.; Upgrade or replace affected legacy kernels per vendor guidance..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 17:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 11, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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