CVE-2004-1115: High severity gentoo linux vulnerability

Published Dec 1, 2004

Updated

The init scripts in Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) project 3.08-r3 and earlier execute user-owned programs with root privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the programs.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Gentoo Linux

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200411-26.xml

Event History

Dec 1, 2004

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-1115?

CVE-2004-1115 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1115?

To fix CVE-2004-1115, it is recommended to update to the latest version of the SETI project that addresses this vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2004-1115?

CVE-2004-1115 specifically affects Gentoo Linux installations that utilize the SETI project 3.08-r3 and earlier.

Can local users exploit CVE-2004-1115?

Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2004-1115 to gain root privileges by modifying user-owned programs.

Is CVE-2004-1115 still relevant for current systems?

While CVE-2004-1115 is an older vulnerability, its risks remain for systems still running affected versions of SETI.