CVE-2005-0403: High severity redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop vulnerability
initdev in ttyio.c in the Red Hat backport of NPTL to Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 does not properly clear controlling tty's in multi-threaded applications, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly gain tty access via unknown attack vectors that trigger an access of a pointer to a freed structure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0403?
CVE-2005-0403 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for denial of service and privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0403?
To resolve CVE-2005-0403, apply the appropriate patches provided by Red Hat for the affected version of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-0403?
CVE-2005-0403 affects local users of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3, including Desktop, Workstation, Enterprise Server, and Advanced Servers.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0403?
CVE-2005-0403 is a local denial of service vulnerability that can lead to system crashes in multi-threaded applications.
Can CVE-2005-0403 lead to arbitrary code execution?
While CVE-2005-0403 primarily causes denial of service, there is a potential risk for privilege escalation via unknown attack vectors.