CVE-2003-0984

CVE-2003-0984 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Real time clock (RTC) routines in Linux kernel 2.4.23 and earlier do not properly initialize their structures, which could leak kernel data to user space.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0984?
Real time clock (RTC) routines in Linux kernel 2.4.23 and earlier do not properly initialize their structures, which could leak kernel data to user space.
How severe is CVE-2003-0984?
CVE-2003-0984 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2003-0984 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0984?
CVE-2003-0984 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 53 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0984?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2003-0984 published?
CVE-2003-0984 was published on 2004-01-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (53)

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