Vulnerability Description
Vulnerability in the MIT-SHM extension of the X server on Linux (XFree86) 4.2.1 and earlier allows local users to read and write arbitrary shared memory, possibly to cause a denial of service or gain privileges.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Caldera | Openlinux Server | 3.1 |
| Caldera | Openlinux Workstation | 3.1 |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20021001-01-P
- ftp://stage.caldera.com/pub/security/openunix/CSSA-2002-SCO.14/CSSA-2002-SCO.14.
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000529
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103547625009363&w=2
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-66-228529-1
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-77-1017429.1-1
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-380
- http://www.linuxsecurity.com/advisories/caldera_advisory-2006.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-067.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4396
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8706
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20021001-01-P
- ftp://stage.caldera.com/pub/security/openunix/CSSA-2002-SCO.14/CSSA-2002-SCO.14.
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000529
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103547625009363&w=2
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0164?
CVE-2002-0164 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Vulnerability in the MIT-SHM extension of the X server on Linux (XFree86) 4.2.1 and earlier allows local users to read and write arbitrary shared memory, possibly to cause a denial of service or gain ...
How severe is CVE-2002-0164?
CVE-2002-0164 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0164?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Caldera Openlinux Server, Caldera Openlinux Workstation.