Title: Linux Kernel MFH Bit Information Disclosure
Info
Disclosure
May 28, 2004
Discovery
May 28, 2004
Dates
Exploit
May 28, 2004
Solution
Unknown
Description
The ia64 Linux Kernel contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when a floating point leak occurs, which will disclose the registers of other process information resulting in a loss of confidentiality.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Information Disclosure,
Other
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 2.4.26 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. It is also possible to correct the flaw by implementing applicable patches from your respective Linux vendor.