Vulnerability Description
The mxcsr code in Linux kernel 2.4 allows attackers to modify CPU state registers via a malformed address.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Linux | 7.1 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-311PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-312
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-332
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-336
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-442
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:066
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:074
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-187.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-195.html
- http://www.turbolinux.com/security/TLSA-2003-41.txt
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-311PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-312
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-332
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-336
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0248?
CVE-2003-0248 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The mxcsr code in Linux kernel 2.4 allows attackers to modify CPU state registers via a malformed address.
How severe is CVE-2003-0248?
CVE-2003-0248 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0248?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Linux.