CVE-2005-4779: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-4779: verifiedexecioctl in verified_exec.c in NetBSD 2.0.2 calls NDINIT with UIO_USERSPACE rather than UID_SYSSPA...

verifiedexecioctl in verified_exec.c in NetBSD 2.0.2 calls NDINIT with UIO_USERSPACE rather than UID_SYSSPACE, which removes the functionality of the verified exec kernel subsystem and might allow local users to execute Trojan horse programs.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 19:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This flaw weakens NetBSD's verified exec protection in NetBSD 2.0.2. If that control was expected to stop unapproved programs, local users might bypass that assurance and run Trojan horse programs. The business risk is mainly for legacy NetBSD systems that depend on verified exec for integrity enforcement. Exposure appears limited to legacy NetBSD 2.0.2 systems, especially those configured to rely on verified exec as a runtime integrity control. The provided CVE metadata does not identify other affected versions or downstream products. Treat this as a targeted legacy-platform integrity issue, not a broad internet-facing emergency. Prioritize only if NetBSD 2.0.2 remains in service or verified exec is part of a compliance or trust boundary. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for NetBSD 2.0.2 and verified exec usage.; Review NetBSD releng request 1988 and the 2.0.3 announcement.; Apply the relevant NetBSD source update or vendor-supported maintenance path..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 13:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 13, 2006, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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