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CVE-2004-1073

LowPublished

The open_exec function in the execve functionality (exec.c) in Linux kernel 2.4.x up to 2.4.27, and 2.6.x up to 2.6.8, allows local users to read...

Published: Dec 1, 2004
Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Nov 10, 2004

Primary CVSS

2.1/ 10Low

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N

EPSS probability estimate

0.8%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 54.9%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

The open_exec function in the execve functionality (exec.c) in Linux kernel 2.4.x up to 2.4.27, and 2.6.x up to 2.6.8, allows local users to read non-readable ELF binaries by using the interpreter (PT_INTERP) functionality.

Sources

Linux Kernel 2.4.27/2.6.8 - 'binfmt_elf' Executable File ReadExploit
Paul Starzetz · linux · Nov 10, 2004

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