CVE-2003-0956: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-0956: Multiple race conditions in the handling of O_DIRECT in Linux kernel prior to version 2.4.22 could cause st...

Multiple race conditions in the handling of O_DIRECT in Linux kernel prior to version 2.4.22 could cause stale data to be returned from the disk when handling sparse files, or cause incorrect data to be returned when a file is truncated as it is being read, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive data that was originally owned by other users, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-0018.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Linux kernel flaw where local users could sometimes receive stale or incorrect disk data when O_DIRECT handled sparse or truncated files. The business risk is unauthorized disclosure of data from other users on affected legacy systems. Exposure is most plausible on obsolete Linux 2.4 systems before 2.4.22, especially shared hosts with local user access. The bundle does not identify specific distributions, packages, or supported affected products. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item, not an emergency internet-facing issue. Prioritize if any multi-user or sensitive-data systems still run pre-2.4.22 Linux kernels. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Linux kernels older than 2.4.22.; Upgrade affected hosts to vendor-supported patched kernels.; Prioritize shared systems where untrusted users have local accounts..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 14:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 16, 2006, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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linux-kernel-odirect-information-disclosure(42942)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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