CVE-2002-0429: Low severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Published Aug 12, 2002
·Updated
The iBCS routines in arch/i386/kernel/traps.c for Linux kernels 2.4.18 and earlier on x86 systems allow local users to kill arbitrary processes via a a binary compatibility interface (lcall).
Affected Software
1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel=2.4.18
Event History
Aug 12, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0429?
CVE-2002-0429 has a moderate severity as it allows local users to kill arbitrary processes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0429?
To mitigate CVE-2002-0429, upgrade to a Linux kernel version later than 2.4.18.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0429?
CVE-2002-0429 affects local users on Linux kernels 2.4.18 and earlier on x86 systems.
4
What types of systems are impacted by CVE-2002-0429?
CVE-2002-0429 impacts x86 systems running Linux kernel version 2.4.18.
5
What kind of attack does CVE-2002-0429 enable?
CVE-2002-0429 enables a local user to kill processes of their choice through a binary compatibility interface.