CVE-2003-0859: Medium severity GNU Zebra vulnerability
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.
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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.