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CVE-2005-2801: xattr.c in the ext2 and ext3 file system code for Linux kernel 2.6 does not properly compare the name_index...

xattr.c in the ext2 and ext3 file system code for Linux kernel 2.6 does not properly compare the name_index fields when sharing xattr blocks, which could prevent default ACLs from being applied.

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This old Linux kernel issue could cause default access-control rules on ext2/ext3 filesystems not to be applied correctly. The business risk is mainly for legacy systems where filesystem ACLs protect sensitive data or shared directories. Most likely exposure is legacy Linux 2.6 systems using ext2 or ext3 filesystems with POSIX ACLs or extended attributes. Current exposure is unclear from the bundle. Treat as a legacy platform hygiene issue unless critical systems still run affected kernels. Escalate if ACLs are a control boundary for regulated or multi-user data. Mitigation focus: Identify legacy Linux 2.6 systems using ext2 or ext3 with ACLs enabled.; Review the listed vendor advisories for corrected kernel packages.; Prioritize patching systems where filesystem ACLs protect shared or sensitive data..

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