CVE-2008-3077: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-3077: arch/x86/kernel/ptrace.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.25.10 on the x86_64 platform leaks task_struct refe...

arch/x86/kernel/ptrace.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.25.10 on the x86_64 platform leaks task_struct references into the sys32_ptrace function, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) or have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors, possibly a use-after-free vulnerability.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2008-3077 affects old x86_64 Linux kernels before 2.6.25.10. A local user could trigger a kernel reference leak in ptrace handling, causing a system crash and possibly other unspecified effects. This is mainly urgent for legacy systems that still run affected kernels and allow local user access. Exposure is limited to x86_64 systems running Linux kernels before 2.6.25.10. Risk is higher on multi-user servers, shared hosting, lab systems, or appliances where untrusted or semi-trusted users can run local processes. Treat this as a legacy-platform hygiene issue, not an internet-scale emergency. Patch or retire affected x86_64 systems, especially where multiple users share access or service availability is business-critical. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected kernels to 2.6.25.10 or later where applicable.; Confirm vendor kernels include the upstream stable fix or equivalent backport.; Prioritize legacy x86_64 systems with local or shared user access..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 9, 2008, 00:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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