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CVE-2013-1828

MediumPublished

The sctp_getsockopt_assoc_stats function in net/sctp/socket.c in the Linux kernel before 3.8.4 does not validate a size value before proceeding to a...

Published: Mar 22, 2013
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: redhat
Evidence observed: Mar 13, 2013

Primary CVSS

6.9/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

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

EPSS probability estimate

1.0%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 61.3%
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 sctp_getsockopt_assoc_stats function in net/sctp/socket.c in the Linux kernel before 3.8.4 does not validate a size value before proceeding to a copy_from_user operation, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that contains an SCTP_GET_ASSOC_STATS getsockopt system call.

Sources

Linux Kernel - 'SCTP_GET_ASSOC_STATS()' Stack Buffer Overflow (PoC)Exploit
Petr Matousek · linux · Mar 13, 2013

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