CVE-2010-1436: gfs2 in the Linux kernel 2.6.18, and possibly other versions, does not properly handle when the gfs2_quota...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2010-1436 is a local denial-of-service issue in Linux GFS2 quota handling. A user with local access could trigger memory corruption that causes a kernel panic, taking the system offline. The bundle does not provide a CVSS score, confirmed full affected-version list, or active exploitation evidence. Exposure is most likely on older Linux systems using GFS2, especially kernel 2.6.18-era distributions or vendor appliances incorporating those kernels. Risk depends on local user or workload access to affected GFS2 filesystems. The source bundle does not prove broad remote exposure. Treat this as a legacy infrastructure availability risk. Prioritize systems that still run GFS2 on old kernels or vendor appliances, especially where many users or workloads share the host. It is not supported by the bundle as an internet-facing emergency. Mitigation focus: Check Red Hat, Linux distribution, and appliance vendor guidance for fixed kernel packages.; Apply relevant kernel or vendor security updates where CVE-2010-1436 is listed.; Restrict untrusted local access to systems mounting GFS2 filesystems..

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Jun 28, 2026, 02:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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