CVE-2004-0565

CVE-2004-0565 is a low-severity vulnerability in Mandrakesoft Mandrake Multi Network Firewall with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Floating point information leak in the context switch code for Linux 2.4.x only checks the MFH bit but does not verify the FPH owner, which allows local users to read register values of other processes by setting the MFH bit.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0565?
Floating point information leak in the context switch code for Linux 2.4.x only checks the MFH bit but does not verify the FPH owner, which allows local users to read register values of other processes by setting the MFH bit.
How severe is CVE-2004-0565?
CVE-2004-0565 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-0565 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0565?
CVE-2004-0565 primarily affects Mandrakesoft Mandrake Multi Network Firewall. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0565?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-0565 published?
CVE-2004-0565 was published on 2004-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (10)

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