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CVE-2011-1022

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

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CVE-2011-1022 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The cgre_receive_netlink_msg function in daemon/cgrulesengd.c in cgrulesengd in the Control Group Configuration Library (aka libcgroup or libcg) before 0.37.1 does not verify that netlink messages originated in the kernel, which allows local users to bypass intended resource restrictions via a crafted message.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The cgre_receive_netlink_msg function in daemon/cgrulesengd.c in cgrulesengd in the Control Group Configuration Library (aka libcgroup or libcg) before 0.37.1 does not verify that netlink messages originated in the kernel, which allows local users to bypass intended resource restrictions via a crafted message.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.39%

30.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
Balbir SinghLibcgroup<= 0.37—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.1b—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.1c—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.2—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.3—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.31—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.32—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.32.1—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.32.2—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.33—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.34—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.35—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.35.1—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.36—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.36.1—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.36.2—
Balbir SinghLibcgroup0.37Rc1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-1022?
The cgre_receive_netlink_msg function in daemon/cgrulesengd.c in cgrulesengd in the Control Group Configuration Library (aka libcgroup or libcg) before 0.37.1 does not verify that netlink messages originated in the kernel, which allows local users to bypass intended resource restrictions via a crafted message.
How severe is CVE-2011-1022?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-1022 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1022?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST