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2.1

Linux kernel may let local users read kernel memory

CVE-2004-0415 · published 21 years ago
Summary

The core part of the Linux operating system can incorrectly handle file position numbers, which could let someone with a local account view parts of the system's memory. This exposure could help an attacker gather information useful for further attacks. Apply the latest security patches from your distribution (Fedora, Secure Linux, etc.) as soon as possible.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
linux linux_kernel 2.4.0
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3
2.4.4
2.4.5
2.4.6
2.4.7
2.4.8
2.4.9
2.4.10
2.4.11
26 more version ranges
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
redhat fedora_core core_1.0
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:fedora_core:core_1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
trustix secure_linux 2.0
2.1
cpe:2.3:o:trustix:secure_linux:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Linux kernel does not properly convert 64-bit file offset pointers to 32 bits, which allows local users to access portions of kernel memory.
Linux kernel does not properly convert 64-bit file offset pointers to 32 bits, which allows local users to access portions of kernel memory.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
2.1 Low
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published23 Nov 2004
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2004-0415 · NVD
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