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CVE-2006-2205: The audio_write function in NetBSD 3.0 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) by us...

The audio_write function in NetBSD 3.0 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel crash) by using the audiosetinfo ioctl to change the sample rate of an audio device.

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CVE-2006-2205 is a local denial-of-service issue in NetBSD 3.0. A user with local access can trigger a kernel crash by changing an audio device sample rate through an ioctl call. The main business risk is unexpected outage of affected legacy NetBSD systems, not remote compromise based on the provided sources. Exposure appears limited to NetBSD 3.0 systems where local users can access audio devices. Internet-facing exposure is not indicated. Risk is higher on shared legacy systems, workstations, or appliances that retain local user access and enabled audio device interfaces. Treat as a legacy-system availability risk. Prioritize if NetBSD 3.0 remains in production, supports critical services, or has shared local user access. If no NetBSD 3.0 assets exist, no direct action is needed beyond recording non-exposure. Mitigation focus: Check NetBSD-SA2006-014 and current NetBSD guidance for the official fix path.; Inventory any remaining NetBSD 3.0 systems, especially those with audio devices enabled.; Upgrade or patch affected systems if vendor guidance provides corrected packages or releases..

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