CVE-2011-1160

UnknownEPSS 0.48%

Last modified

CVE-2011-1160 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The tpm_open function in drivers/char/tpm/tpm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39 does not initialize a certain buffer, which allows local users to obtain potentially sensitive information from kernel memory via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The tpm_open function in drivers/char/tpm/tpm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39 does not initialize a certain buffer, which allows local users to obtain potentially sensitive information from kernel memory via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.48%

37.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 2.6.38.8
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38.2
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38.3
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38.4
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38.5
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38.6
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.38.7

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-1160?
The tpm_open function in drivers/char/tpm/tpm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39 does not initialize a certain buffer, which allows local users to obtain potentially sensitive information from kernel memory via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-1160?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-1160 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1160?
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