CVE-2000-0227

Description

The Linux 2.2.x kernel does not restrict the number of Unix domain sockets as defined by the wmem_max parameter, which allows local users to cause a denial of service by requesting a large number of sockets.

2.1

CVSS

Severity: Low

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.17%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-03/0254.html	mailing list
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/4186	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1072	vdb entry
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=95421263519558&w=2	mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0227?: CVE-2000-0227 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2000-0227?: To fix CVE-2000-0227, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2000-0227 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2000-0227 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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