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CVE-2013-2141

UnknownEPSS 0.59%

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CVE-2013-2141 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The do_tkill function in kernel/signal.c in the Linux kernel before 3.8.9 does not initialize a certain data structure, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted application that makes a (1) tkill or (2) tgkill system call.. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The do_tkill function in kernel/signal.c in the Linux kernel before 3.8.9 does not initialize a certain data structure, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted application that makes a (1) tkill or (2) tgkill system call.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.59%

43.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 3.8.8
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.0
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.1
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.2
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.3
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.4
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.5
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.6
LinuxLinux Kernel3.8.7

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-2141?
The do_tkill function in kernel/signal.c in the Linux kernel before 3.8.9 does not initialize a certain data structure, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted application that makes a (1) tkill or (2) tgkill system call.
How severe is CVE-2013-2141?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-2141 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2141?
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