Vulnerability Description
The int3 handler in the Linux kernel before 3.3 relies on a per-CPU debug stack, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (stack corruption and panic) via a crafted application that triggers certain lock contention.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 3.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=794557Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/rt/linux-stable-rt.git/commit/?iMailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/rt/linux-stable-rt.git/commit/?iMailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=794557Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/rt/linux-stable-rt.git/commit/?iMailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/rt/linux-stable-rt.git/commit/?iMailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0810?
CVE-2012-0810 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The int3 handler in the Linux kernel before 3.3 relies on a per-CPU debug stack, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (stack corruption and panic) via a crafted application that trigg...
How severe is CVE-2012-0810?
CVE-2012-0810 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0810?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.