CVE-2007-6151: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2007-6151: The isdn_ioctl function in isdn_common.c in Linux kernel 2.6.23 allows local users to cause a denial of ser...

The isdn_ioctl function in isdn_common.c in Linux kernel 2.6.23 allows local users to cause a denial of service via a crafted ioctl struct in which iocts is not null terminated, which triggers a buffer overflow.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 15:54 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2007-6151 is an old Linux kernel flaw in ISDN handling. A local user could trigger a kernel buffer overflow and crash the system, causing denial of service. It is mainly a concern for legacy Linux 2.6.23-era systems or distribution kernels covered by the cited 2008 advisories. Exposure is most likely on obsolete Linux 2.6.23 or vendor-maintained kernels from the 2008 advisory period, especially where ISDN support is present and untrusted local users exist. Treat this as a legacy-system stability risk, not an internet-scale emergency. Address it during legacy Linux remediation, faster where shared local access or critical uptime is involved. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor kernel updates referenced by applicable distribution advisories.; Prioritize unsupported Linux 2.6.23-era hosts for upgrade or retirement.; Limit local shell access on legacy Linux systems until remediated..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 15, 2007, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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