CVE-2012-4444
UnknownEPSS 3.52%
Last modified
CVE-2012-4444 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ip6_frag_queue function in net/ipv6/reassembly.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.36 allows remote attackers to bypass intended network restrictions via overlapping IPv6 fragments.. EPSS estimates a 3.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ip6_frag_queue function in net/ipv6/reassembly.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.36 allows remote attackers to bypass intended network restrictions via overlapping IPv6 fragments.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.36 | Rc8 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.8 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.30.10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc8 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31-rc10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.8 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.11 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.12 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.13 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.31.14 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.1 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.2 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.3 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.5 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.8 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.10 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.11 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.12 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.32.13 | — |
Showing 50 of 142 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/70789d7052239992824628db8133de08dc78e593Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/70789d7052239992824628db8133de08dc78e593Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-4444?
The ip6_frag_queue function in net/ipv6/reassembly.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.36 allows remote attackers to bypass intended network restrictions via overlapping IPv6 fragments.
How severe is CVE-2012-4444?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4444 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4444?
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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