CVE-2009-3080: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-3080: Array index error in the gdth_read_event function in drivers/scsi/gdth.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.32-...

Array index error in the gdth_read_event function in drivers/scsi/gdth.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.32-rc8 allows local users to cause a denial of service or possibly gain privileges via a negative event index in an IOCTL request.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 06:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-3080 is an old Linux kernel flaw in the gdth SCSI driver. A local user could trigger a crash and might gain elevated privileges by sending a malformed IOCTL request. Business urgency is highest for legacy Linux systems, appliances, or vendor-supported kernels that may still include this driver and pre-fix code. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux systems using affected kernels and the gdth SCSI driver. Modern supported distributions are unlikely to be exposed if fully patched. Embedded systems, virtual appliances, or long-lived vendor kernels should be checked against their vendor advisories. Treat as a legacy-system hygiene issue with possible privilege impact. Prioritize internet-facing multi-user systems, shared hosting, and appliances with old Linux kernels. For fully supported and current Linux fleets, confirm patch status during normal vulnerability management rather than triggering emergency response. Mitigation focus: Update to a vendor kernel containing the CVE-2009-3080 fix.; Use distribution advisories for backported fixes, not only upstream version numbers.; Check appliance or platform vendor guidance where Linux kernels are bundled..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 16:18 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 20, 2009, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:7101CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
RHSA-2010:0095CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
RHSA-2010:0046CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:12862CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
FEDORA-2009-13098CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:10989CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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