Linux · Linux Kernel · CVE-2006-1862
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Linux kernel versions 2.6.x
**Description**
The issue allows local users to cause a denial of service by running a command in a way that produces a heavy system load, potentially leading to a system panic.
**Recommendations**
For Linux kernel versions 2.6.x, consider restricting system resources to prevent heavy system load until a patch is available.