CVE-2004-2408

CVE-2004-2408 is a low-severity vulnerability in Vserver Linux-vserver with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Linux VServer 1.27 and earlier, 1.3.9 and earlier, and 1.9.1 and earlier shares /proc permissions across all virtual and host servers, which allows local users with the ability to set permissions in /proc to obtain system information or cause a denial of service on other virtual servers or the host server.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2408?
Linux VServer 1.27 and earlier, 1.3.9 and earlier, and 1.9.1 and earlier shares /proc permissions across all virtual and host servers, which allows local users with the ability to set permissions in /proc to obtain system information or cause a denial of service on other virtual servers or the host server.
How severe is CVE-2004-2408?
CVE-2004-2408 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-2408 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-2408?
CVE-2004-2408 primarily affects Vserver Linux-vserver. In total, 19 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2408?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-2408 published?
CVE-2004-2408 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (19)

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