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CVE-2013-0268

UnknownEPSS 1.56%

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CVE-2013-0268 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The msr_open function in arch/x86/kernel/msr.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.6 allows local users to bypass intended capability restrictions by executing a crafted application as root, as demonstrated by msr32.c.. EPSS estimates a 1.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The msr_open function in arch/x86/kernel/msr.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.6 allows local users to bypass intended capability restrictions by executing a crafted application as root, as demonstrated by msr32.c.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.56%

72.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 3.7.5—
LinuxLinux Kernel3.0Rc1
LinuxLinux Kernel3.0.1—
LinuxLinux Kernel3.0.2—
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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 137 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-0268?
The msr_open function in arch/x86/kernel/msr.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.6 allows local users to bypass intended capability restrictions by executing a crafted application as root, as demonstrated by msr32.c.
How severe is CVE-2013-0268?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-0268 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0268?
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-2013-0268?

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Source: NVD / NIST