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CVE-2007-0257

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 0.96%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2007-01-16 · Last synced 2026-08-04

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CVE
CVE-2007-0257
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.96%

Original NVD Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the expand_stack function in grsecurity PaX allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors. NOTE: the grsecurity developer has disputed this issue, stating that "the function they claim the vulnerability to be in is a trivial function, which can, and has been, easily checked for any supposed vulnerabilities." The developer also cites a past disclosure that was not proven. As of 20070120, the original researcher has released demonstration code