CVE-2006-5173 | Linux Kernel up to 2.6.17.10 Tasks Switching EFLAGS denial of service (Nessus ID 24619 / ID 165110)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 2.6.17.10. It has been rated as problematic. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the component Tasks Switching. Performing a manipulation as part of EFLAGS results in denial of service.
This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2006-5173. The attack can only be performed from the local network. There is not any exploit available.
Upgrading the affected component is advised.