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CVE-1999-1166

Linux 2.0.37 does not properly encode the Custom segment limit, which allows local users to gain root privileges by accessing and modifying kernel memory.

PublishedJul 11, 1999, 04:00

Published Bycve@mitre.org

Affected Versions

No affected versions found.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/18156
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/523

Weakness Type

NVD-CWE-Other

CVSS Metrics

Base Score

7.2

Vector String

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

Base SeverityUnknown

Version

2.0

Attack Vector (AV)