CVE-2002-1963
2.1 · LOWLinux kernel 2.4.1 through 2.4.19 sets root's NR_RESERVED_FILES limit to 10 files, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (resource exhaustion) by opening 10 setuid binaries.
Overview
CVE-2002-1963 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting linux linux_kernel. It was published on December 31, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1 (LOW).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
Linux kernel 2.4.1 through 2.4.19 sets root's NR_RESERVED_FILES limit to 10 files, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (resource exhaustion) by opening 10 setuid binaries.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from linux. Update linux_kernel to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected products
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References
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2002-1963?
CVE-2002-1963 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting linux linux_kernel. It was published on December 31, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1 (LOW).
How severe is CVE-2002-1963?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2002-1963?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from linux. Update linux_kernel to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2002-1963?
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