Vulnerability Description
The /proc filesystem in Linux allows local users to obtain sensitive information by opening various entries in /proc/self before executing a setuid program, which causes the program to fail to change the ownership and permissions of those entries.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.20.1 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105621758104242
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-358
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-423PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-198.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-238.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-239.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105621758104242
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-358
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-423PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-198.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-238.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-239.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0501?
CVE-2003-0501 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The /proc filesystem in Linux allows local users to obtain sensitive information by opening various entries in /proc/self before executing a setuid program, which causes the program to fail to change ...
How severe is CVE-2003-0501?
CVE-2003-0501 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-2003-0501?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.