Vulnerability Description
The ELF loader in Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.25 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted ELF file with an interpreter with an invalid arch (architecture), which triggers a BUG() when an invalid VMA is unmapped.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.0 |
References
- http://kernel.debian.net/debian/pool/main/kernel-source-2.4.17/kernel-source-2.4
- http://kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.4/ChangeLog-2.4.25
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.4/cset%404021346f79nBb-4X_usRikR3Iyb4Vg
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20162PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1067PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1069PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1070PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1082PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-504.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-549.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18174
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43124
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0138?
CVE-2004-0138 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The ELF loader in Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.25 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted ELF file with an interpreter with an invalid arch (architecture), which triggers ...
How severe is CVE-2004-0138?
CVE-2004-0138 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0138?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.