linux kmod/ptrace bug - details

Hello There are many discussions on slashdot for example on the recent linux ptrace & kmod bug. I'll try to clarify what is this all about. It's a local root vulnerability. It's exploitable only if: 1. the kernel is built with modules and kernel module loader enabled and 2...

xloadimage -- buffer overflow in FACES image handling

In 2001, zen-parse discovered a buffer overflow in xloadimage's FACES image loader. A maliciously crafted image could cause xloadimage to execute arbitrary code. A published exploit exists for this vulnerability. In 2005, Rob Holland discovered that the same vulnerability was present in xli...

PT-1999-1039 · Ibm · Clearcase

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: ClearCase affected versions not specified Description: A race condition exists in the db loader program of ClearCase, allowing local users to gain root access by setting SUID bits. Recommendations: At the moment, there is no information about...

1904 AV Block for Loader lock issue

Block 1904 updates to impacted AV...