CVE-2004-2396
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
passwd 0.68 does not check the return code for the pam_start function, which has unknown impact and attack vectors that may prevent "safe and proper operation" of PAM.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mandrakesoft Mandrake Multi Network Firewall | =8.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =8.2 | |
| Mandriva Linux Corporate Server | =2.1 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.0 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =8.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.1 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =10.0 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.1 | |
| Mandriva Linux Corporate Server | =2.1 | |
| Mandrakesoft Mandrake Multi Network Firewall | =8.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =8.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =8.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.0 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.1 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.1 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =10.0 | |
| Mandriva Linux Corporate Server | =2.1 | |
| Mandriva Linux Corporate Server | =2.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2396?
The severity of CVE-2004-2396 is not explicitly defined, but it pertains to unhandled errors in PAM which may lead to improper operation.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2396?
To fix CVE-2004-2396, upgrade to a version of the software that addresses the PAM error handling issue.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2004-2396?
CVE-2004-2396 affects various versions of Mandrake Linux, including 8.2, 9.0, 9.1, 9.2, and 10.0, as well as Mandrake Multi Network Firewall 8.2.
What is the impact of CVE-2004-2396?
The impact of CVE-2004-2396 includes potential security risks due to the lack of error handling in the PAM library.
Is CVE-2004-2396 a critical vulnerability?
CVE-2004-2396 is not classified as critical, but it could pose significant risks depending on the specific usage of PAM in affected software.
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