CVE-2002-1125: Low severity freebsd freebsd vulnerability

Published Sep 17, 2002
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Updated

FreeBSD port programs that use libkvm for FreeBSD 4.6.2-RELEASE and earlier, including (1) asmon, (2) ascpu, (3) bubblemon, (4) wmmon, and (5) wmnet2, leave open file descriptors for /dev/mem and /dev/kmem, which allows local users to read kernel memory.

Affected Software

5 affected components
FreeBSD FreeBSD=4.5
FreeBSD FreeBSD=4.4
FreeBSD FreeBSD=4.2
FreeBSD FreeBSD=4.6
FreeBSD FreeBSD=4.3

Event History

Sep 17, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-1125?

CVE-2002-1125 has a high severity rating due to its potential to expose sensitive kernel memory to local users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-1125?

To fix CVE-2002-1125, update to a patched version of FreeBSD that does not leave open file descriptors for /dev/mem and /dev/kmem.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2002-1125?

CVE-2002-1125 affects local users of FreeBSD versions 4.6.2-RELEASE and earlier that use certain port programs utilizing libkvm.

4

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2002-1125?

The potential consequences of CVE-2002-1125 include unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in kernel memory.

5

Is CVE-2002-1125 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2002-1125 is a local vulnerability, as it requires local user access to exploit.

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