Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Linux kernel flaw affecting systems before 2.3.18 or 2.2.13pre15 when SLIP and PPP options are present. A local unprivileged user could forge IP packets through tty handling. Risk is mainly to legacy Linux hosts with local user access, not modern systems by default. Exposure is most plausible on obsolete Linux systems or embedded appliances running affected-era kernels with SLIP/PPP support and local unprivileged users. Modern maintained Linux distributions are unlikely to be affected unless carrying very old kernel code. Prioritize if the organization still operates legacy Linux hosts, dial-up/PPP-era networking, or embedded appliances with local users. Otherwise, track as a legacy hygiene issue during asset discovery and modernization. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems running Linux kernels before 2.3.18 or 2.2.13pre15.; Upgrade affected legacy kernels using vendor-supported packages or replacements.; Check vendor guidance before applying nonstandard kernel or module changes..
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- linux-tiocsetd-forge-packets(7858)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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