CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0887

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The vulnerability in SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 on the S/390 platform is due to improper handling of a certain privileged instruction, allowing local users to gain root privileges.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves a local user gaining full control over the system, potentially compromising data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately apply security patches provided by the vendor and restrict local system access to trusted users only.

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Original NVD description (English source)

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 on the S/390 platform does not properly handle a certain privileged instruction, which allows local users to gain root privileges.

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