Vulnerability Description
The binfmt functionality in the Linux kernel, when "memory overcommit" is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) via a malformed a.out binary.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 2.1 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 3.0 |
| Redhat | Fedora Core | core_2.0 |
| Redhat | Linux Advanced Workstation | 2.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 1.0 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 1.5 |
| Turbolinux | Turbolinux Server | 10.0 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/index.php?id=a&anuncio=000930
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110322596918807&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=110021173607372&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20162
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20163
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20202
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20338
- 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.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:022
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11754ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2005/0001/
- https://bugzilla.fedora.us/show_bug.cgi?id=2336
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-1074?
CVE-2004-1074 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The binfmt functionality in the Linux kernel, when "memory overcommit" is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) via a malformed a.out binary.
How severe is CVE-2004-1074?
CVE-2004-1074 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-2004-1074?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Redhat Enterprise Linux, Redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop, Redhat Fedora Core, Redhat Linux Advanced Workstation.