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CVE-2012-2669

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

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CVE-2012-2669 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The main function in tools/hv/hv_kvp_daemon.c in hypervkvpd, as distributed in the Linux kernel before 3.4.5, does not validate the origin of Netlink messages, which allows local users to spoof Netlink communication via a crafted connector message.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The main function in tools/hv/hv_kvp_daemon.c in hypervkvpd, as distributed in the Linux kernel before 3.4.5, does not validate the origin of Netlink messages, which allows local users to spoof Netlink communication via a crafted connector message.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.35%

26.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 3.4.4
LinuxLinux Kernel3.4.1
LinuxLinux Kernel3.4.2
LinuxLinux Kernel3.4.3

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2669?
The main function in tools/hv/hv_kvp_daemon.c in hypervkvpd, as distributed in the Linux kernel before 3.4.5, does not validate the origin of Netlink messages, which allows local users to spoof Netlink communication via a crafted connector message.
How severe is CVE-2012-2669?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2669 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2669?
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Source: NVD / NIST