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CVE-2013-2852

UnknownEPSS 1.02%

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CVE-2013-2852 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in the b43_request_firmware function in drivers/net/wireless/b43/main.c in the Broadcom B43 wireless driver in the Linux kernel through 3.9.4 allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging root access and including format string specifiers in an fwpostfix modprobe parameter, leading to improper construction of an error message.. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Format string vulnerability in the b43_request_firmware function in drivers/net/wireless/b43/main.c in the Broadcom B43 wireless driver in the Linux kernel through 3.9.4 allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging root access and including format string specifiers in an fwpostfix modprobe parameter, leading to improper construction of an error message.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.02%

59.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 2.6.12, < 3.0.83
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 3.1, < 3.2.47
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 3.3, < 3.4.50
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 3.5, < 3.9.7
DebianDebian Linux6.0
CanonicalUbuntu Linux10.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.10
CanonicalUbuntu Linux13.04

References

Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-2852?
Format string vulnerability in the b43_request_firmware function in drivers/net/wireless/b43/main.c in the Broadcom B43 wireless driver in the Linux kernel through 3.9.4 allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging root access and including format string specifiers in an fwpostfix modprobe parameter, leading to improper construction of an error message.
How severe is CVE-2013-2852?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-2852 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2852?
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