Description
The getgrouplist function in GNU libc (glibc) 2.2.4 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) and execute arbitrary code when a user is a member of a large number of groups, which can cause a buffer overflow.
Product(s):
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 Advanced Server
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 Advanced Server IA64
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 Enterprise Server
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 Enterprise Server IA64
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 Workstation
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 Workstation IA64
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2003-0689, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2003-0689 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.