6141 : Multiple BSD USER_LDT Kernel Option Memory Access
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5 months ago

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Disclosure
Feb 16, 2001

Discovery
Unknown

Dates

Exploit
Unknown

Solution
Unknown

Description

 NetBSD and OpenBSD contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain access to unauthorized privileges. The issue is triggered when accessing kernel memory via a segment call gate when the USER_LDT kernel option is enabled, which may allow a malicious user to gain root privileges. This flaw may lead to a loss of integrity.

Classification

 Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Unknown
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

 Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. Consult your vendor for appropriate patches to address this vulnerability.

Products
NetBSD Foundation, Inc.
Watch-list
NetBSD
Watch-list
 1.4
1.5
OpenBSD
Watch-list
OpenBSD
Watch-list
 2.7
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.8

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