CVE-2004-0565
UnknownEPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2004-0565 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Floating point information leak in the context switch code for Linux 2.4.x only checks the MFH bit but does not verify the FPH owner, which allows local users to read register values of other processes by setting the MFH bit.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Floating point information leak in the context switch code for Linux 2.4.x only checks the MFH bit but does not verify the FPH owner, which allows local users to read register values of other processes by setting the MFH bit.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Multi Network Firewall | 8.2 |
| Gentoo | Linux | All versions |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.4.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 9.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 9.2 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 10.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux Corporate Server | 2.1 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2.0 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2.1 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=124734Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=124734Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-0565?
Floating point information leak in the context switch code for Linux 2.4.x only checks the MFH bit but does not verify the FPH owner, which allows local users to read register values of other processes by setting the MFH bit.
How severe is CVE-2004-0565?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0565 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0565?
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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