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CVE-2011-2183

MediumPublished

Race condition in the scan_get_next_rmap_item function in mm/ksm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.3, when Kernel SamePage Merging (KSM) is enabled,...

Published: Jun 13, 2012
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: redhat
Evidence observed: Jun 2, 2011

Primary CVSS

4.0/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:L/AC:H/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

0.5%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 44.2%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Race condition in the scan_get_next_rmap_item function in mm/ksm.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.3, when Kernel SamePage Merging (KSM) is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted application.

Sources

Linux Kernel 2.6.x - KSM Local Denial of ServiceExploit
Andrea Righi · linux · Jun 2, 2011

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