Linux Kernel die_if_kernel Local Denial of Service Vulnerability

The Linux kernel is prone to a local denial-of-service vulnerability. This issue is due to a design error in the 'die_if_kernel()' function.

This vulnerability allows local users to panic the kernel, denying further service to legitimate users.

This issue affects Linux kernel versions prior to 2.6.15.6 running on Itanium systems.


 

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