Denial of Service Vulnerability in Linux Kernel Affecting AMD64 and EM64T Architectures
CVE-2004-0812

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Linux
Status
Linux Kernel
Enterprise Linux Desktop
Enterprise Linux
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2005

Summary

A local vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel prior to version 2.4.23, specifically on AMD64 and Intel EM64T architectures. This flaw is related to the handling of Task State Segment (TSS) limits, allowing local users to potentially crash the system and could lead to executing arbitrary code. The implications of this vulnerability can significantly compromise system stability and security.

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/13359
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_SECUNIA
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18346
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/...
vdb-entrysignaturex_refsource_OVAL

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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