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CVE-2015-3290

UnknownEPSS 1.10%

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CVE-2015-3290 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. arch/x86/entry/entry_64.S in the Linux kernel before 4.1.6 on the x86_64 platform improperly relies on espfix64 during nested NMI processing, which allows local users to gain privileges by triggering an NMI within a certain instruction window.. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

arch/x86/entry/entry_64.S in the Linux kernel before 4.1.6 on the x86_64 platform improperly relies on espfix64 during nested NMI processing, which allows local users to gain privileges by triggering an NMI within a certain instruction window.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.10%

61.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel< 3.12.47
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 3.13, < 3.14.54
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 3.15, < 3.16.35
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 3.17, < 3.18.22
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 3.19, < 4.1.6

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-3290?
arch/x86/entry/entry_64.S in the Linux kernel before 4.1.6 on the x86_64 platform improperly relies on espfix64 during nested NMI processing, which allows local users to gain privileges by triggering an NMI within a certain instruction window.
How severe is CVE-2015-3290?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-3290 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3290?
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