Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Linux kernel issue where a local user could crash the system by running a malformed a.out program under specific memory settings. It is a denial-of-service risk, not documented here as remote compromise or data theft. Exposure is most plausible on unpatched legacy Linux systems with a.out binary support and memory overcommit enabled. Exact affected kernel packages must be checked against the relevant vendor advisories. Treat this as a legacy Linux stability risk. It matters most where untrusted local users can run binaries, such as shared servers or older development environments. Mitigation focus: Apply kernel updates from the relevant Linux distribution advisory.; Check vendor guidance for affected package names and fixed versions.; Disable or restrict a.out binary support if vendor guidance permits..
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- Known Exploited
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CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5
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CVSS and timeline data
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- linux-aout-binary-dos(18290)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- FLSA:2336CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9751CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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