CVE-2005-3055

CVE-2005-3055 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

Linux kernel 2.6.8 to 2.6.14-rc2 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel OOPS) via a userspace process that issues a USB Request Block (URB) to a USB device and terminates before the URB is finished, which leads to a stale pointer reference.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3055?
Linux kernel 2.6.8 to 2.6.14-rc2 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel OOPS) via a userspace process that issues a USB Request Block (URB) to a USB device and terminates before the URB is finished, which leads to a stale pointer reference.
How severe is CVE-2005-3055?
CVE-2005-3055 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-3055 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3055?
CVE-2005-3055 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 34 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3055?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-3055 published?
CVE-2005-3055 was published on 2005-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (34)

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