CVE-2003-0246
UnknownEPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2003-0246 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ioperm system call in Linux kernel 2.4.20 and earlier does not properly restrict privileges, which allows local users to gain read or write access to certain I/O ports.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ioperm system call in Linux kernel 2.4.20 and earlier does not properly restrict privileges, which allows local users to gain read or write access to certain I/O ports.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.0 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.2 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.3 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.4 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.5 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.6 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.7 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.8 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.9 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.10 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.11 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.12 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.13 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.14 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.15 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.16 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.17 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.18 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.19 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.20 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.0 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.2 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.3 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.4 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.5 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.6 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.7 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.8 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.9 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.10 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.11 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.12 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.13 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.14 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.15 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.16 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.17 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.18 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.19 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.20 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.21 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.22 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.23 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.24 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.25 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.26 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.27 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.5.28 |
Showing 50 of 91 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-311Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-172.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-311Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-172.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2003-0246?
The ioperm system call in Linux kernel 2.4.20 and earlier does not properly restrict privileges, which allows local users to gain read or write access to certain I/O ports.
How severe is CVE-2003-0246?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0246 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0246?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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