CVE-2004-0482: Integer Overflow

Published May 20, 2004
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Updated

Multiple integer overflows in (1) procfscmdline.c, (2) procfsfpregs.c, (3) procfslinux.c, (4) procfsregs.c, (5) procfsstatus.c, and (6) procfssubr.c in procfs for OpenBSD 3.5 and earlier allow local users to read sensitive kernel memory and possibly perform other unauthorized activities.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenBSD OpenBSD=3.4
OpenBSD OpenBSD=3.5

Event History

May 20, 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-2004-0482?

CVE-2004-0482 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to read sensitive kernel memory.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-0482?

To mitigate CVE-2004-0482, you should upgrade to a later version of OpenBSD that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What versions of OpenBSD are affected by CVE-2004-0482?

CVE-2004-0482 affects OpenBSD versions 3.4 and earlier.

4

What types of attacks could exploit CVE-2004-0482?

CVE-2004-0482 can be exploited for unauthorized reading of sensitive kernel information and potentially executing other unauthorized actions.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2004-0482?

Local users on affected OpenBSD systems can exploit CVE-2004-0482.

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