CVE-2003-0127 | Linux Kernel 2.2.x/2.4.x ptrace memory corruption (Nessus ID 15113 / XFDB-11553)
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel 2.2.x/2.4.x. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the component ptrace. The manipulation leads to memory corruption.
This vulnerability is known as CVE-2003-0127. Access to the local network is required for this attack. Furthermore, there is an exploit available.
It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.