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CVE-2013-4312

UnknownEPSS 0.60%

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CVE-2013-4312 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Linux kernel before 4.4.1 allows local users to bypass file-descriptor limits and cause a denial of service (memory consumption) by sending each descriptor over a UNIX socket before closing it, related to net/unix/af_unix.c and net/unix/garbage.c.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Linux kernel before 4.4.1 allows local users to bypass file-descriptor limits and cause a denial of service (memory consumption) by sending each descriptor over a UNIX socket before closing it, related to net/unix/af_unix.c and net/unix/garbage.c.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.60%

44.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
OracleLinux5.0
OracleLinux6
OracleLinux7
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 4.4

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-4312?
The Linux kernel before 4.4.1 allows local users to bypass file-descriptor limits and cause a denial of service (memory consumption) by sending each descriptor over a UNIX socket before closing it, related to net/unix/af_unix.c and net/unix/garbage.c.
How severe is CVE-2013-4312?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4312 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4312?
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