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CVE-2013-0268

MediumPublished

The msr_open function in arch/x86/kernel/msr.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.6 allows local users to bypass intended capability restrictions by executing a...

Published: Feb 18, 2013
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: redhat
Evidence observed: Aug 2, 2013

Primary CVSS

6.2/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

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

EPSS probability estimate

1.6%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 73.7%
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

The msr_open function in arch/x86/kernel/msr.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.6 allows local users to bypass intended capability restrictions by executing a crafted application as root, as demonstrated by msr32.c.

Sources

LinuxEelvationExploit
Linux Eelvation(持续更新)
linux-kernel-exploitsExploit
linux-kernel-exploits Linux平台提权漏洞集合
Linux Kernel 3.7.6 (RedHat x86/x64) - 'MSR' Driver Privilege EscalationExploit
spender · linux · Aug 2, 2013

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