Vulnerability Description
Linux kernel 2.2.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by using the mmap() function with a PROT_READ parameter to access non-readable memory pages through the /proc/pid/mem interface.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.2.1 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-336
- http://www.linuxsecurity.com/advisories/engarde_advisory-2976.html
- http://www.mandrakesoft.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:039
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-088.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6420ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.net/errata/misc/2002/TSL-2002-0083-kernel.asc.txt
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10884
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-336
- http://www.linuxsecurity.com/advisories/engarde_advisory-2976.html
- http://www.mandrakesoft.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:039
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-088.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6420ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.net/errata/misc/2002/TSL-2002-0083-kernel.asc.txt
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10884
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1380?
CVE-2002-1380 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Linux kernel 2.2.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by using the mmap() function with a PROT_READ parameter to access non-readable memory pages through the /proc/pid/mem interfa...
How severe is CVE-2002-1380?
CVE-2002-1380 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1380?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.