CVE-2003-0335
First published: Thu May 22 2003(Updated: )
rc.M in Slackware 9.0 calls quotacheck with the -M option, which causes the filesystem to be remounted and possibly reset security-relevant mount flags such as nosuid, nodev, and noexec.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Slackware Slackware Linux | =9.0 | |
| Slackware Linux | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0335?
CVE-2003-0335 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential security implications from resetting security-relevant mount flags.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0335?
To fix CVE-2003-0335, avoid using the -M option with quotacheck in the rc.M script or apply a patch addressing this issue.
What systems are affected by CVE-2003-0335?
CVE-2003-0335 specifically affects Slackware 9.0 installations.
What are the consequences of CVE-2003-0335?
The consequences of CVE-2003-0335 include potential privilege escalation due to the remounting of filesystems with altered security flags.
What components are involved in CVE-2003-0335?
CVE-2003-0335 involves the rc.M script and the quotacheck utility within the Slackware 9.0 operating system.
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