CVE-2003-1288: Race Condition
First published: Wed Dec 31 2003(Updated: )
Multiple race conditions in Linux-VServer 1.22 with Linux kernel 2.4.23 and SMP allow local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) via unknown attack vectors related to the (1) s_info and (2) ip_info data structures and the (a) forget_original_parent, (b) goodness, (c) schedule, (d) update_process_times, and (e) vc_new_s_context functions.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux-vserver | =1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-1288?
CVE-2003-1288 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1288?
To mitigate CVE-2003-1288, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Linux-VServer that addresses these race conditions.
Who is affected by CVE-2003-1288?
CVE-2003-1288 affects local users of Linux-VServer 1.22 running on the Linux kernel 2.4.23 with SMP support.
What types of attacks does CVE-2003-1288 enable?
CVE-2003-1288 enables local users to perform attacks that can lead to a kernel oops and service disruption.
What are the underlying causes of CVE-2003-1288?
CVE-2003-1288 is caused by multiple race conditions related to the s_info and ip_info data structures in the affected software.
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