Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Linux kernel audit-system flaw that can leak memory when audit syscall support is enabled. On affected legacy kernels, an attacker could drive memory consumption and cause denial of service. The sources do not show active exploitation or a CVSS score. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux 2.6 systems running kernels before 2.6.13.4 with CONFIG_AUDITSYSCALL enabled. The bundle lists multiple distribution advisories, but does not provide exact package versions or CPEs. Prioritize only if legacy Linux 2.6 systems remain in business-critical or exposed roles. Modern supported systems are unlikely to be affected, but unsupported infrastructure should be patched, isolated, or retired. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected systems to a vendor-patched kernel.; Use distribution advisories to identify fixed kernel package versions.; Retire or isolate unsupported Linux 2.6 hosts..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9467CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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