CVE-2008-3247
CVE-2008-3247 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-119.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (28th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: Linux Linux Kernel
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The LDT implementation in the Linux kernel 2.6.25.x before 2.6.25.11 on x86_64 platforms uses an incorrect size for ldt_desc, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) or possibly gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2008-3247?
- The LDT implementation in the Linux kernel 2.6.25.x before 2.6.25.11 on x86_64 platforms uses an incorrect size for ldt_desc, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) or possibly gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
- How severe is CVE-2008-3247?
- CVE-2008-3247 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2008-3247 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2008-3247?
- CVE-2008-3247 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 13 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2008-3247?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2008-3247 published?
- CVE-2008-3247 was published on 2008-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-2.6.25.y.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=74454a6a286bfce4bb23d89bd465f856fa6a6e19
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.26
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00009.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31172
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31202
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.25.11
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30351
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020544
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43979
Affected products (13)
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.1:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.2:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.3:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.4:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.5:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.6:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.7:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.8:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.9:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.10:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.11:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.25.12:*:x86_64:*:*:*:*:*
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