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CVE-2002-0973: Integer signedness error in several system calls for FreeBSD 4.6.1 RELEASE-p10 and earlier may allow attack...

Integer signedness error in several system calls for FreeBSD 4.6.1 RELEASE-p10 and earlier may allow attackers to access sensitive kernel memory via large negative values to the (1) accept, (2) getsockname, and (3) getpeername system calls, and the (4) vesa FBIO_GETPALETTE ioctl.

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This old FreeBSD issue could let a local or adjacent caller read sensitive kernel memory through affected system calls or a VESA ioctl. The business risk mainly exists where legacy FreeBSD 4.6.1 RELEASE-p10 or earlier remains in service. Exposure is limited to systems running FreeBSD 4.6.1 RELEASE-p10 or earlier, including legacy servers, embedded appliances, or forgotten infrastructure. The bundle does not identify other affected products. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item. It is not flagged as actively exploited in the bundle, but affected systems are obsolete and kernel memory exposure can undermine confidentiality. Mitigation focus: Inventory FreeBSD systems and confirm exact release and patch level.; Review FreeBSD-SA-02:38 and vendor guidance for the corrected release or patch.; Retire or isolate unsupported FreeBSD 4.x systems where upgrade is not immediately possible..

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