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CVE-2004-0497

First published: Tue Jul 06 2004(Updated: )

Unknown vulnerability in Linux kernel 2.x may allow local users to modify the group ID of files, such as NFS exported files in kernel 2.4.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Conectiva Linux=10
Mandrakesoft Mandrake Multi Network Firewall=8.2
Trustix Secure Linux=2.0
Mandriva Linux Corporate Server=2.1
SUSE Linux=9.0
SUSE Linux=8.2
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=3.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Mandrake Linux=9.2
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
SUSE Linux=8.0
Linux Kernel=2.0
Trustix Secure Linux=2
SUSE Linux=9.1
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=3.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=2.1
Mandrake Linux=10.0
Trustix Secure Linux=2.1
Mandrake Linux=9.1
Gentoo Linux
SUSE Linux=8.1
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=3.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0497?

    CVE-2004-0497 is classified as a low severity vulnerability that allows local users to modify group IDs of files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0497?

    To fix CVE-2004-0497, you should update your Linux kernel to the latest patched version provided by your distribution.

  • Which Linux distributions are affected by CVE-2004-0497?

    CVE-2004-0497 affects multiple Linux distributions including Mandrake, Red Hat, SUSE, and Conectiva.

  • Can CVE-2004-0497 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2004-0497 can only be exploited by local users with access to the system.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-0497?

    CVE-2004-0497 is an unauthorized access vulnerability that affects file permissions in the Linux kernel.

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