CVE-2005-4605 | Linux Kernel 2.6.14.3/2.6.15 proc_misc.c denial of service (EDB-9363 / Nessus ID 21977)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel 2.6.14.3/2.6.15. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is an unknown function of the file proc_misc.c. The manipulation leads to denial of service.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2005-4605. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. Furthermore, there is an exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.