CVE-2004-0482: Integer Overflow
First published: Thu May 20 2004(Updated: )
Multiple integer overflows in (1) procfs_cmdline.c, (2) procfs_fpregs.c, (3) procfs_linux.c, (4) procfs_regs.c, (5) procfs_status.c, and (6) procfs_subr.c in procfs for OpenBSD 3.5 and earlier allow local users to read sensitive kernel memory and possibly perform other unauthorized activities.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | =3.4 | |
| OpenBSD | =3.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.deprotect.com/advisories/DEPROTECT-20041305.txt
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata34.html
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata35.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/6114
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11605
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=108481812926420&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=openbsd-security-announce&m=108445767103004&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16226
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
What versions of OpenBSD are affected by CVE-2004-0482?
CVE-2004-0482 affects OpenBSD versions 3.4 and earlier.
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.
Who can exploit CVE-2004-0482?
Local users on affected OpenBSD systems can exploit CVE-2004-0482.
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