SB2004080603 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel 



SB2004080603 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel

Published: August 6, 2004

Security Bulletin ID SB2004080603
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper input validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2004-0495)

The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code.

Multiple unknown vulnerabilities in Linux kernel 2.4 and 2.6 allow local users to gain privileges or access kernel memory, as found by the Sparse source code checking tool.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.