CVE-2005-0179

CVE-2005-0179 is a low-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU and memory consumption) and bypass RLIM_MEMLOCK limits via the mlockall call.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0179?
Linux kernel 2.4.x and 2.6.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU and memory consumption) and bypass RLIM_MEMLOCK limits via the mlockall call.
How severe is CVE-2005-0179?
CVE-2005-0179 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-0179 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0179?
CVE-2005-0179 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 122 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0179?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-0179 published?
CVE-2005-0179 was published on 2005-03-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (122)

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