Vulnerability Description
The lbs_debugfs_write function in drivers/net/wireless/libertas/debugfs.c in the Linux kernel through 3.12.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (OOPS) by leveraging root privileges for a zero-length write operation.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 3.12.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=
- http://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2014-0771.html
- http://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2014-3043.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2014-02/msg00002.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-02/msg00045.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-0100.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59262
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59309
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59406
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/11/22/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/63886
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2064-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2065-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2066-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2067-1
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-6378?
CVE-2013-6378 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). The lbs_debugfs_write function in drivers/net/wireless/libertas/debugfs.c in the Linux kernel through 3.12.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (OOPS) by leveraging root privileges for a ...
How severe is CVE-2013-6378?
CVE-2013-6378 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-6378?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.