CVE-2004-1074

UnknownEPSS 1.01%

Last modified

CVE-2004-1074 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The binfmt functionality in the Linux kernel, when "memory overcommit" is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) via a malformed a.out binary.. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The binfmt functionality in the Linux kernel, when "memory overcommit" is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) via a malformed a.out binary.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.01%

58.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-1074?
The binfmt functionality in the Linux kernel, when "memory overcommit" is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel oops) via a malformed a.out binary.
How severe is CVE-2004-1074?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1074 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1074?
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