Vulnerability Description
Unspecified vulnerability in the ptrace MIPS assembly code in Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.17 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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-2.4Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20162PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
- http://svn.debian.org/wsvn/kernel/patch-tracking/CVE-2004-0997?op=file&rev=0&sc=
- 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.securityfocus.com/bid/18176
- http://kernel.debian.net/debian/pool/main/kernel-source-2.4.17/kernel-source-2.4Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20162PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0997?
CVE-2004-0997 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Unspecified vulnerability in the ptrace MIPS assembly code in Linux kernel 2.4 before 2.4.17 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2004-0997?
CVE-2004-0997 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0997?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.