CVE-2003-0194
First published: Sat May 17 2003(Updated: )
tcpdump does not properly drop privileges to the pcap user when starting up.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tcpdump | =3.4-39 | |
| Tcpdump | =3.6.2-9 | |
| Tcpdump | =3.6.2-9 | |
| Tcpdump | =3.6.2-12 | |
| Tcpdump | =3.6.3-3 | |
| Tcpdump | =3.7.2-1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =7.1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =7.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =7.3 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =8.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0194?
The severity of CVE-2003-0194 is considered moderate due to improper privilege management in tcpdump.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0194?
To fix CVE-2003-0194, you should upgrade tcpdump to a version that addresses this privilege escalation vulnerability.
Which versions of tcpdump are affected by CVE-2003-0194?
Affected versions of tcpdump include 3.4-39, 3.6.2-9, 3.6.2-12, 3.6.3-3, and 3.7.2-1.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2003-0194?
Vulnerable systems include Red Hat Linux versions 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 8.0, and 9.0 when running affected tcpdump versions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2003-0194?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2003-0194 includes running tcpdump with lower privileges, but upgrading is strongly recommended.
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