CVE-2004-1058

CVE-2004-1058 is a low-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Race condition in Linux kernel 2.6 allows local users to read the environment variables of another process that is still spawning via /proc/.../cmdline.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1058?
Race condition in Linux kernel 2.6 allows local users to read the environment variables of another process that is still spawning via /proc/.../cmdline.
How severe is CVE-2004-1058?
CVE-2004-1058 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-1058 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1058?
CVE-2004-1058 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 32 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1058?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-1058 published?
CVE-2004-1058 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (32)

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