CVE-2012-0207
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 20.49%
Last modified
CVE-2012-0207 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The igmp_heard_query function in net/ipv4/igmp.c in the Linux kernel before 3.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and panic) via IGMP packets.. EPSS estimates a 20.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The igmp_heard_query function in net/ipv4/igmp.c in the Linux kernel before 3.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and panic) via IGMP packets.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 3.0.17 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.1, < 3.1.9 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.2, < 3.2.1 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Eus | 5.6 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=654876Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v3.x/ChangeLog-3.2.1Mailing List, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/01/10/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=772867Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/25c413ad0029ea86008234be28aee33456e53e5bPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/a8c1f65c79cbbb2f7da782d4c9d15639a9b94b27Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=654876Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v3.x/ChangeLog-3.2.1Mailing List, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/01/10/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=772867Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/25c413ad0029ea86008234be28aee33456e53e5bPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/a8c1f65c79cbbb2f7da782d4c9d15639a9b94b27Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-0207?
The igmp_heard_query function in net/ipv4/igmp.c in the Linux kernel before 3.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and panic) via IGMP packets.
How severe is CVE-2012-0207?
CVE-2012-0207 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 20.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0207?
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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