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CVE-2005-0839

HIGH CVSS: 7.2 Published: 2005-05-02 Modified: 2026-06-16

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.

Affected Platforms

Linux Linux Kernel

Weakness Type

NVD-CWE-Other

References