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CVE-2011-2183

UnknownEPSS 0.54%

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CVE-2011-2183 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Race condition in the scan_get_next_rmap_item function in mm/ksm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.3, when Kernel SamePage Merging (KSM) is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Race condition in the scan_get_next_rmap_item function in mm/ksm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.3, when Kernel SamePage Merging (KSM) is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted application.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.54%

41.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 2.6.39.2
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.39
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.39.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-2183?
Race condition in the scan_get_next_rmap_item function in mm/ksm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.3, when Kernel SamePage Merging (KSM) is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2011-2183?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2183 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2183?
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