Vulnerability Description
A "potential" buffer overflow exists in the panic() function in Linux 2.4.x, although it may not be exploitable due to the functionality of panic.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.20.1 |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20040504-01-U.asc
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20040505-01-U.asc
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000846Vendor Advisory
- http://lwn.net/Articles/81773/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20162
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200407-02.xmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1067
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1069
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1070
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1082
- http://www.linuxsecurity.com/advisories/engarde_advisory-4285.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2004:037
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0394?
CVE-2004-0394 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). A "potential" buffer overflow exists in the panic() function in Linux 2.4.x, although it may not be exploitable due to the functionality of panic.
How severe is CVE-2004-0394?
CVE-2004-0394 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-2004-0394?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.