CVE-2005-0532

CVE-2005-0532 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

The reiserfs_copy_from_user_to_file_region function in reiserfs/file.c for Linux kernel 2.6.10 and 2.6.11 before 2.6.11-rc4, when running on 64-bit architectures, may allow local users to trigger a buffer overflow as a result of casting discrepancies between size_t and int data types.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0532?
The reiserfs_copy_from_user_to_file_region function in reiserfs/file.c for Linux kernel 2.6.10 and 2.6.11 before 2.6.11-rc4, when running on 64-bit architectures, may allow local users to trigger a buffer overflow as a result of casting discrepancies between size_t and int data types.
How severe is CVE-2005-0532?
CVE-2005-0532 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-0532 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0532?
CVE-2005-0532 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0532?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-0532 published?
CVE-2005-0532 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

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