Vulnerability Description
Linux kernel 2.4.10 through 2.4.21-pre4 does not properly handle the O_DIRECT feature, which allows local attackers with write privileges to read portions of previously deleted files, or cause file system corruption.
CVSS Score
3.6
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.10 |
References
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.4/cset%403e2f193drGJDBg9SG6JwaDQwCBnAMQ
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-358
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-423PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/11249.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandrakesoft.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:014
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-025.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6763
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.4/cset%403e2f193drGJDBg9SG6JwaDQwCBnAMQ
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-358
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-423PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/11249.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandrakesoft.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:014
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-025.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6763
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0018?
CVE-2003-0018 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.6 (LOW). Linux kernel 2.4.10 through 2.4.21-pre4 does not properly handle the O_DIRECT feature, which allows local attackers with write privileges to read portions of previously deleted files, or cause file sy...
How severe is CVE-2003-0018?
CVE-2003-0018 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0018?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.