CVE Catalog

CVE-2003-0961

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Integer overflow in the do_brk function for the brk system call in Linux kernel 2.4.22 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges.

Risk Assessment

Local users can exploit this vulnerability to gain full control over the system, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to a version newer than 2.4.22 to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Integer overflow in the do_brk function for the brk system call in Linux kernel 2.4.22 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS