Improper input validation in Linux Kernel

CVE-2008-4410

The vmi_write_ldt_entry function in arch/x86/kernel/vmi_32.c in the Virtual Machine Interface (VMI) in the Linux kernel 2.6.26.5 invokes write_idt_entry where write_ldt_entry was intended, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (persistent application failure) via crafted function calls, related to the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) experiencing improper LDT selector state, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-3247.

Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)

EPSS: 0.004 (30.8th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-4410?
CVE-2008-4410 is a vulnerability in Linux Kernel, classified under Improper Input Validation. Published 2008-10-03.
Is CVE-2008-4410 known to be exploited?
1 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.