LOW
CVE-2004-1058
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: January 10, 2005· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
1.2
CVSS v3.1
Official 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.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2004-1058 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
AV:L/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (38)
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11937Patch · Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2004-1058
CVSS Score1.2 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 10, 2005
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2004-1058 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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