CVE-2005-0937

CVE-2005-0937 is a low-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Some futex functions in futex.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x perform get_user calls while holding the mmap_sem semaphore, which could allow local users to cause a deadlock condition in do_page_fault by triggering get_user faults while another thread is executing mmap or other functions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0937?
Some futex functions in futex.c for Linux kernel 2.6.x perform get_user calls while holding the mmap_sem semaphore, which could allow local users to cause a deadlock condition in do_page_fault by triggering get_user faults while another thread is executing mmap or other functions.
How severe is CVE-2005-0937?
CVE-2005-0937 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-0937 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0937?
CVE-2005-0937 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 107 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0937?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-0937 published?
CVE-2005-0937 was published on 2005-02-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (107)

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