SB2003033101 - Improper access control in Linux kernel

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SB2003033101 - Improper access control in Linux kernel

Published: March 31, 2003 Updated: August 9, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2003033101
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 access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2003-0127)

The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code.

The kernel module loader in Linux kernel 2.2.x before 2.2.25, and 2.4.x before 2.4.21, allows local users to gain root privileges by using ptrace to attach to a child process that is spawned by the kernel.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References