CVE-2008-2729: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-2729: arch/x86_64/lib/copy_user.S in the Linux kernel before 2.6.19 on some AMD64 systems does not erase destinat...

arch/x86_64/lib/copy_user.S in the Linux kernel before 2.6.19 on some AMD64 systems does not erase destination memory locations after an exception during kernel memory copy, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Linux kernel information disclosure issue. On some AMD64 systems, a failed kernel memory copy could leave destination memory uncleared, letting a local user potentially read sensitive data. It matters mainly for legacy systems or appliances still running affected kernels. Exposure is most likely on unsupported legacy AMD64 Linux systems, embedded appliances, or vendor kernels matching 2008 Debian, Red Hat, Ubuntu, or Mandriva advisories. Modern supported distributions are unlikely to be exposed, but evidence must come from kernel package inventory. Treat this as a legacy exposure check, not an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize remediation if the organization still operates old AMD64 Linux systems with local users, shared workloads, or unsupported vendor kernels. Mitigation focus: Inventory AMD64 Linux systems for kernel versions and vendor package levels.; Apply the relevant vendor kernel updates from Debian, Red Hat, Ubuntu, or Mandriva guidance.; Upgrade or isolate systems running Linux kernels before 2.6.19..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 30, 2008, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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linux-kernel-destination-info-disclosure(43558)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:11571CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=451271CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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