Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2003-0246 is an old Linux kernel flaw where local users could obtain read or write access to certain hardware I/O ports. It matters mainly for legacy systems still running Linux kernel 2.4.20 or earlier, or vendor kernels covered by the cited 2003 advisories. Exposure is most likely on obsolete Linux 2.4-era systems, embedded appliances, or long-lived servers based on affected vendor kernels. Modern supported Linux distributions are unlikely to be affected, but legacy estate inventory is required to confirm. Treat this as a legacy-risk cleanup item, not an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize if the organization still operates Linux 2.4-era hosts, shared systems, or embedded appliances with local user access. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems running Linux kernel 2.4.20 or earlier.; Apply kernel updates from the relevant vendor advisory where supported.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy Linux 2.4 systems..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:278CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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