CVE-2005-4635

CVE-2005-4635 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The nl_fib_input function in fib_frontend.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.15 does not check for valid lengths of the header and payload, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory reference) via malformed fib_lookup netlink messages.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4635?
The nl_fib_input function in fib_frontend.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.15 does not check for valid lengths of the header and payload, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory reference) via malformed fib_lookup netlink messages.
How severe is CVE-2005-4635?
CVE-2005-4635 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-4635 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4635?
CVE-2005-4635 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 175 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4635?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-4635 published?
CVE-2005-4635 was published on 2005-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (175)

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