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CVE-2011-2484 Details
Description
The add_del_listener function in kernel/taskstats.c in the Linux kernel 2.6.39.1 and earlier does not prevent multiple registrations of exit handlers, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory and CPU consumption), and bypass the OOM Killer, via a crafted application.
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References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| http://lists.openwall.net/linux-kernel/2011/06/16/605 | CVE | Patch |
| http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/22/1 | CVE | Mailing ListPatch |
| http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/22/2 | CVE | Mailing ListPatch |
| https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=715436 | CVE | Issue Tracking |
| https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68150 | CVE | VDB Entry |
| http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48383 | CVE | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
| http://lists.openwall.net/linux-kernel/2011/06/16/605 | [email protected] | Patch |
| http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/22/1 | [email protected] | Mailing ListPatch |
| http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/22/2 | [email protected] | Mailing ListPatch |
| https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=715436 | [email protected] | Issue Tracking |
| https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68150 | [email protected] | VDB Entry |
| http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48383 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-399 | Resource Management Errors | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| linux linux kernel | <= 2.6.39.1 |
CPE
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Change History
7 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Status Change | [email protected] |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| May 14, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 27, 2020 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Aug 29, 2017 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 27, 2011 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |