CVE-2008-5713 | Linux Kernel 2.6.16.59 __qdisc_run resource management (Bug 477744 / EDB-32682)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel 2.6.16.59 and classified as problematic. Affected by this issue is the function __qdisc_run. The manipulation leads to improper resource management.
This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2008-5713. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. Furthermore, there is an exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.