CVE-2004-0080: Medium severity Andries Brouwer Util-linux vulnerability
Published Mar 3, 2004
·Updated
The login program in util-linux 2.11 and earlier uses a pointer after it has been freed and reallocated, which could cause login to leak sensitive data.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Andries Brouwer Util-linux<=2.11
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 3, 2004
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Sep 1, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0080?
CVE-2004-0080 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential leakage of sensitive data.
2
How do I fix CVE-2004-0080?
To mitigate CVE-2004-0080, upgrade util-linux to version 2.12 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0080?
CVE-2004-0080 affects systems running util-linux version 2.11 and earlier.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-0080?
CVE-2004-0080 is a memory management vulnerability involving the use of a freed pointer.
5
Can CVE-2004-0080 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2004-0080 can potentially lead to data breaches by leaking sensitive information.