ID:10296 - Exploit for Information exposure in Linux kernel - CVE-2009-2847

 
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ID:10296 - Exploit for Information exposure in Linux kernel - CVE-2009-2847

Published: August 2, 2024


Vulnerability identifier: #VU95254
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2009-2847
CWE-ID: CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
Linux kernel

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to information exposure error within the kernel/signal.c. A local user can gain access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's repository.