Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2004-0158 is a local privilege issue in lbreakout2, a Linux game. A local user could abuse an oversized HOME environment variable to gain the Unix "games" group privilege. It is not described as remotely exploitable, and the source bundle does not show current active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix or Linux systems that still have vulnerable lbreakout2 packages installed, especially historical Debian deployments referenced by DSA-445. Modern enterprise exposure is likely limited unless old game packages remain on shared systems. Treat this as a targeted legacy cleanup item, not an internet-wide emergency. It matters where shared Unix systems still run old packages, because local users could gain unintended group privileges. Mitigation focus: Apply the Debian DSA-445 update or equivalent vendor package guidance.; Inventory systems for installed lbreakout2 packages and remove unsupported copies.; Prioritize shared shell, lab, kiosk, and multi-user Linux systems..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- breakout2-home-bo(15229)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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