CVE-2012-2390
UnknownEPSS 0.52%
Last modified
CVE-2012-2390 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Memory leak in mm/hugetlb.c in the Linux kernel before 3.4.2 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption or system crash) via invalid MAP_HUGETLB mmap operations.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Memory leak in mm/hugetlb.c in the Linux kernel before 3.4.2 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption or system crash) via invalid MAP_HUGETLB mmap operations.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 3.4.1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 3.4 |
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-2390?
Memory leak in mm/hugetlb.c in the Linux kernel before 3.4.2 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption or system crash) via invalid MAP_HUGETLB mmap operations.
How severe is CVE-2012-2390?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2390 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2390?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2012-2390?
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