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CVE-2004-0685

UnknownEPSS 0.48%

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CVE-2004-0685 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Certain USB drivers in the Linux 2.4 kernel use the copy_to_user function on uninitialized structures, which could allow local users to obtain sensitive information by reading memory that was not cleared from previous usage.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Certain USB drivers in the Linux 2.4 kernel use the copy_to_user function on uninitialized structures, which could allow local users to obtain sensitive information by reading memory that was not cleared from previous usage.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.48%

37.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.0—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.2—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.3—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.4—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.6—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.7—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.8—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.9—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.10—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.11—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.12—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.13—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.14—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.15—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.15_pre20—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.16—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.17—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.18—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.19—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.20—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.21—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.22—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.23—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.24—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.25—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.3.0—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.3.99—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.0—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.2—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.3—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.4—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.6—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.7—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.8—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.9—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.10—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.11—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.12—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.13—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.14—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.15—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.16—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.17—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.18—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.19—
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.20—

Showing 50 of 143 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-0685?
Certain USB drivers in the Linux 2.4 kernel use the copy_to_user function on uninitialized structures, which could allow local users to obtain sensitive information by reading memory that was not cleared from previous usage.
How severe is CVE-2004-0685?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0685 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0685?
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