CVE-2004-0181: Low severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Published Apr 17, 2004
·Updated
The JFS file system code in Linux 2.4.x has an information leak in which in-memory data is written to the device for the JFS file system, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the raw device.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel=2.4.0
Remediation
Event History
Apr 17, 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-2004-0181?
CVE-2004-0181 is classified as having medium severity due to potential information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2004-0181?
The recommended fix for CVE-2004-0181 is to upgrade the Linux kernel to a version higher than 2.4.0 that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What type of systems are affected by CVE-2004-0181?
CVE-2004-0181 specifically affects Linux kernel versions 2.4.0 and below.
4
What kind of information can be leaked due to CVE-2004-0181?
CVE-2004-0181 may allow local users to access sensitive data stored in memory, potentially exposing confidential information.
5
Who is at risk due to CVE-2004-0181?
Local users on systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel are at risk from CVE-2004-0181.