CVE-2007-4573 | Linux Kernel 2.4.35/2.6.22.6 ptrace access control (EDB-30604 / Nessus ID 67579)
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Linux Kernel 2.4.35/2.6.22.6. This affects an unknown part of the component ptrace. The manipulation leads to improper access controls.
This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2007-4573. The attack can only be done within the local network. Furthermore, there is an exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.