Description
Linux kernel 2.6 before 2.6.11 does not restrict access to the N_MOUSE line discipline for a TTY, which allows local users to gain privileges by injecting mouse or keyboard events into other user sessions.
Metrics
CVSS 2.0 7.2/10
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:CAffected software
No affected versions have been published.
Timeline
- Published
- May 2, 2005
- Last modified
- Jun 16, 2026
- NVD status
- Modified