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CVE-2012-5532

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

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CVE-2012-5532 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 3.8-rc1, allows local users to cause a denial of service (daemon exit) via a crafted application that sends a Netlink message. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incorrect fix for CVE-2012-2669.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% 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 3.8-rc1, allows local users to cause a denial of service (daemon exit) via a crafted application that sends a Netlink message. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incorrect fix for CVE-2012-2669.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.41%

32.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 3.7.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel3.0Rc1
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LinuxLinux Kernel3.0.44—
LinuxLinux Kernel3.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel3.1.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel3.1.2—
LinuxLinux Kernel3.1.3—

Showing 50 of 107 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-5532?
The main function in tools/hv/hv_kvp_daemon.c in hypervkvpd, as distributed in the Linux kernel before 3.8-rc1, allows local users to cause a denial of service (daemon exit) via a crafted application that sends a Netlink message. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incorrect fix for CVE-2012-2669.
How severe is CVE-2012-5532?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5532 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5532?
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