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CVE-2002-1380

First published: Mon Dec 23 2002(Updated: )

Linux kernel 2.2.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by using the mmap() function with a PROT_READ parameter to access non-readable memory pages through the /proc/pid/mem interface.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux kernel=2.2.10
Linux kernel=2.2.21
Linux kernel=2.2.13
Linux kernel=2.2.6
Linux kernel=2.2.18
Linux kernel=2.2.3
Linux kernel=2.2.2
Linux kernel=2.2.22
Linux kernel=2.2.5
Linux kernel=2.2.8
Linux kernel=2.2.7
Linux kernel=2.2.16
Linux kernel=2.2.1
Linux kernel=2.2.12
Linux kernel=2.2.23
Linux kernel=2.2.19
Linux kernel=2.2.20
Linux kernel=2.2.15
Linux kernel=2.2.4
Linux kernel=2.2.14
Linux kernel=2.2.11
Linux kernel=2.2.17
Linux kernel=2.2.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1380?

    CVE-2002-1380 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2002-1380?

    Linux Kernel versions 2.2.1 to 2.2.23 are affected by CVE-2002-1380.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1380?

    To fix CVE-2002-1380, you should upgrade the Linux Kernel to a version later than 2.2.23.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2002-1380 allow?

    CVE-2002-1380 allows local users to execute a denial of service attack via the mmap() function.

  • What is the consequence of exploiting CVE-2002-1380?

    Exploiting CVE-2002-1380 can cause the system to crash, resulting in a denial of service.

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