CVE-2012-6712
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.97%
Last modified
CVE-2012-6712 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel before 3.4, a buffer overflow occurs in drivers/net/wireless/iwlwifi/iwl-agn-sta.c, which will cause at least memory corruption.. EPSS estimates a 2.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel before 3.4, a buffer overflow occurs in drivers/net/wireless/iwlwifi/iwl-agn-sta.c, which will cause at least memory corruption.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 2.6.27, < 3.4 |
References
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/2da424b0773cea3db47e1e81db71eeebde8269d4Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/2da424b0773cea3db47e1e81db71eeebde8269d4Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-6712?
In the Linux kernel before 3.4, a buffer overflow occurs in drivers/net/wireless/iwlwifi/iwl-agn-sta.c, which will cause at least memory corruption.
How severe is CVE-2012-6712?
CVE-2012-6712 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6712?
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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