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CVE-2003-0859

First published: Tue Nov 18 2003(Updated: )

The getifaddrs function in GNU libc (glibc) 2.2.4 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service by sending spoofed messages as other users to the kernel netlink interface.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GNU Zebra=0.92a
SGI ProPack=2.2.1
GNU Zebra=0.93b
GNU C Library=2.3.2
SGI ProPack=2.3
Quagga Routing Software Suite=0.96.2
GNU Zebra=0.91a
GNU Zebra=0.93a
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Red Hat Linux Advanced Workstation=2.1
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=3.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=3.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Intel IA-64

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0859?

    CVE-2003-0859 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0859?

    To fix CVE-2003-0859, upgrade to a version of GNU libc that is 2.3.3 or later, which contains the necessary patches.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2003-0859?

    CVE-2003-0859 affects local users of systems running GNU libc versions 2.2.4 and earlier.

  • What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2003-0859?

    Vulnerable systems include those running GNU libc 2.2.4 and earlier, as well as specific versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and GNU Zebra.

  • Can CVE-2003-0859 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2003-0859 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to trigger the denial of service.

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