OSVDB ID: 3796 Title: Red Hat util-linux Login Program Information Leakage |
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Description |
Red Hat Linux contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when by a flaw in the login program, which can disclose information in freed memory resulting in a loss of confidentiality. |
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Local Access Required
Attack Type: Information Disclosure Impact: Loss of Confidentiality Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Red Hat has released a patch to address this vulnerability. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |