What is the severity of CVE-2004-1337?

CVE-2004-1337 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1337?

To fix CVE-2004-1337, ensure that the POSIX Capability Linux Security Module is properly loaded before launching processes.

What systems are affected by CVE-2004-1337?

CVE-2004-1337 affects systems running Linux kernel 2.6, specifically versions of Gnu Realtime Linux Security Module and certain Ubuntu and Conectiva Linux distributions.

Who can exploit CVE-2004-1337?

Local users with access to the system can exploit CVE-2004-1337 to gain unauthorized privileges.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2004-1337?

Yes, a patch to address CVE-2004-1337 is typically provided in system updates for affected Linux distributions.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2004-1337

high

7.2

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

23/12/2004

6/1/2005

8/8/2024

CVE-2004-1337

First published: Thu Dec 23 2004(Updated: )

The POSIX Capability Linux Security Module (LSM) for Linux kernel 2.6 does not properly handle the credentials of a process that is launched before the module is loaded, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
GNU Realtime Linux Security Module	=0.8.7
Conectiva Linux	=10.0
Ubuntu	=4.1
Ubuntu	=4.1

Remedy

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12093

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-1337?
CVE-2004-1337 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1337?
To fix CVE-2004-1337, ensure that the POSIX Capability Linux Security Module is properly loaded before launching processes.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-1337?
CVE-2004-1337 affects systems running Linux kernel 2.6, specifically versions of Gnu Realtime Linux Security Module and certain Ubuntu and Conectiva Linux distributions.
Who can exploit CVE-2004-1337?
Local users with access to the system can exploit CVE-2004-1337 to gain unauthorized privileges.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2004-1337?
Yes, a patch to address CVE-2004-1337 is typically provided in system updates for affected Linux distributions.

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