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CVE-2004-0565

UnknownEPSS 0.44%

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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

EPSS Probability
0.44%

35.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MandrakesoftMandrake Multi Network Firewall8.2
GentooLinuxAll versions
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.0
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux9.1
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux9.2
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux10.0
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux Corporate Server2.1
TrustixSecure Linux2
TrustixSecure Linux2.0
TrustixSecure Linux2.1

References

Timeline

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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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Source: NVD / NIST