Linux Kernel up to 2.4.24 ncpfs ncp_lookup memory corruption

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel. It has been rated as problematic. Impacted is the function ncp_lookup of the file ncpfs. Performing a manipulation results in memory corruption. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2004-0010. There is no exploit available. Upgrading the affected component is advised.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel (Operating System). This affects the function ncp_lookup of the file ncpfs. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a memory corruption vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-119. The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it can read from or write to a memory location that is outside of the intended boundary of the buffer. This is going to have an impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The summary by CVE is:

Stack-based buffer overflow in the ncp_lookup function for ncpfs in Linux kernel 2.4.x allows local users to gain privileges.

The weakness was shared 03/03/2004 by Arjan van de Ven (Website). The advisory is shared at securityfocus.com. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2004-0010 since 01/05/2004. The exploitability is told to be easy. An attack has to be approached locally. No form of authentication is needed for exploitation. Technical details are known, but no exploit is available.

The vulnerability scanner Nessus provides a plugin with the ID 13679 (Fedora Core 1 : kernel-2.4.22-1.2173.nptl (2004-079)), which helps to determine the existence of the flaw in a target environment. It is assigned to the family Fedora Local Security Checks and running in the context l.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability. A possible mitigation has been published even before and not after the disclosure of the vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the databases at X-Force (15250), Tenable (13679), SecurityFocus (BID 9691†) and Vulnerability Center (SBV-5616†). Several companies clearly confirm that VulDB is the primary source for best vulnerability data.

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Exploitinginfo

Class: Memory corruption
CWE: CWE-119
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: No

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Status: Not defined

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Nessus ID: 13679
Nessus Name: Fedora Core 1 : kernel-2.4.22-1.2173.nptl (2004-079)
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OpenVAS ID: 53682
OpenVAS Name: Debian Security Advisory DSA 479-1 (kernel)
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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo

01/05/2004 🔍
02/18/2004 +44 days 🔍
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03/03/2004 +14 days 🔍
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07/23/2004 +142 days 🔍
10/20/2004 +89 days 🔍
10/15/2014 +3647 days 🔍
05/25/2019 +1683 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: kernel.org

Advisory: securityfocus.com⛔
Researcher: Arjan van de Ven
Status: Not defined

CVE: CVE-2004-0010 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2004-0010
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-21609

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X-Force: 15250
SecurityFocus: 9691 - Linux Kernel NCPFS ncp_lookup() Unspecified Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Vulnerability Center: 5616 - Buffer Overflow in Linux Kernel 2.4.x ncp_lookup Function Enables Privilege Elevation, High

Entryinfo

Created: 10/15/2014 15:10
Updated: 05/25/2019 14:38
Changes: 10/15/2014 15:10 (72), 05/25/2019 14:38 (3)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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