PatchTheCVECVE-2007-0005: Multiple buffer overflows in the (1) read and (2) write handlers in the Omnikey CardMan 4040 driver in the Lin
CVE-2007-0005 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.9) affecting omnikey cardman 4040. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Multiple buffer overflows in the (1) read and (2) write handlers in the Omnikey CardMan 4040 driver in the Linux kernel before 2.6.21-rc3 allow local users to gain privileges.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.9 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 50%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-119 |
| Published | 2007-03-10 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2007-0005?
omnikey cardman 4040: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2007-0005 being exploited?
CVE-2007-0005 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2007-0005 affect?
CVE-2007-0005 affects omnikey cardman 4040. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.9). Multiple buffer overflows in the (1) read and (2) write handlers in the Omnikey CardMan 4040 driver in the Linux kernel before 2.6.21-rc3 allow local users to gain privileges.
How urgent is CVE-2007-0005?
Priority 42/100. Public exploit reference