CVE-2005-1858
First published: Fri Jun 03 2005(Updated: )
FUSE 2.x before 2.3.0 does not properly clear previously used memory from unfilled pages when the filesystem returns a short byte count to a read request, which may allow local users to obtain sensitive information.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foreman | =2.2 | |
| Foreman | =2.3_rc1 | |
| Foreman | =2.2.1 | |
| Foreman | =2.3_pre |
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Reference Links
- http://www.sven-tantau.de/public_files/fuse/fuse_20050603.txt
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=331884
- http://bugs.debian.org/311634
- http://www.osvdb.org/17042
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15561/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13857
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-744
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014107
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1858?
CVE-2005-1858 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1858?
To fix CVE-2005-1858, upgrade your FUSE installation to version 2.3.0 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2005-1858?
CVE-2005-1858 affects FUSE versions 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.3_rc1, and 2.3_pre.
Can CVE-2005-1858 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2005-1858 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local access to the system to be exploited.
What kind of information can be leaked due to CVE-2005-1858?
CVE-2005-1858 may allow local users to read previously used memory, potentially revealing sensitive data.
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