CVE-2009-0343: Race Condition
Niels Provos Systrace 1.6f and earlier on the x8664 Linux platform allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions by making a 32-bit syscall with a syscall number that corresponds to a policy-compliant 64-bit syscall, related to race conditions that occur in monitoring 64-bit processes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0343?
CVE-2009-0343 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to bypass security restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0343?
To fix CVE-2009-0343, upgrade to Niels Provos Systrace version 1.6f or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0343?
CVE-2009-0343 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability affecting the Systrace system.
Which platforms are affected by CVE-2009-0343?
CVE-2009-0343 affects the x86_64 Linux platform using versions of Systrace up to 1.6e.
Can CVE-2009-0343 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2009-0343 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the target system.